Gerrard tips Ramsey for England call

Steven Gerrard tipped Jacob Ramsey for an England call-up after his double in Aston Villa's thrilling draw with Leeds.

The midfielder struck twice but Villa still lost a 3-1 lead to draw 3-3 at home.

Philippe Coutinho’s second goal in three games and Ramsey’s double had put the hosts in charge after Daniel James’ opener. James made it 3-2 in first-half stoppage time and Diego Llorente levelled just after the hour to earn Leeds a deserved point.

Ezri Konsa was sent off late on – earning a second yellow for a mindless block on Illan Meslier – but Gerrard was focused on Ramsey’s impact and believes the England U21 international can step up to the seniors.

"I know the level of the England players, I’ve been around it, and have enough experience to know it’s only a matter of time but let’s all be sensible and keep calm about it,” he said, as Villa missed out on a place in the Premier League’s top 10.

"I want him to make his own headlines with his football. He is a top talent, I’m loving every moment of working with him. He is getting stronger with each game because we’re giving him the platform to express himself. He is in a wonderful place."

When asked if Ramsey was following in his footsteps, Gerrard added: "He's not following in anyone's footsteps. Jacob Ramsey is Jacob Ramsey. He will be a terrific player.

"It won't be long before the whole country is watching him I'm sure. He is right up there let me tell you."

In what was a frantic first half, James opened the scoring for Leeds after nine minutes, collecting Llorente's ball after Tyrone Mings' mistake and drilling across Emi Martinez. The Wales winger hit the bar as Leeds continued to threaten before Coutinho turned on the style in a devastating 13-minute spell.

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