Jacob Ramsey: Steven Gerrard says ‘it’s only a matter of time’ before Aston Villa midfielder gets England call-up

Steven Gerrard has said that “it’s only a matter of time” before Jacob Ramsey gets an England call-up following his stellar performance against Leeds United on Wednesday evening. Ramsey scored twice as Gerrard’s side drew 3-3 with Leeds at Villa Park, the first an ice-cold one-on-one effort and the second a rocket into the top corner. They were his fourth and fifth goals in the Premier League this season and, given that he’s still only 20 years of age, he now has to be counted among the best up-and-coming talents in English football.

Ad/> An England youth international across several age groups, Ramsey is currently part of the under-21s set-up. Asked whether he could make the step up to senior level before long, Gerrard said: “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. Premier LeagueMings: Gerrard pushing us to new limitsYESTERDAY AT 11:00 “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 it was put to him that Ramsey could follow in his footsteps, Gerrard said: “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.