Liverpool starlet Rio Ngumoha targets Ballon d'Or glory
Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha is aiming for the top after being inspired by Harry Kane’s recent Ballon d'Or success.
Liverpool’s 18-year-old winger Rio Ngumoha has set his sights on football’s highest individual honor. Following Harry Kane’s recent Ballon d'Or triumph, the young talent believes he has a blueprint to follow as he establishes himself in the England squad.
A source of inspiration
"It is definitely encouraging many more people to want to be known as the best player in the world. For me, I would like to achieve it and I think I can do it."
Rio Ngumoha
Ngumoha, who has already earned three senior caps, is currently working under Thomas Tuchel. He admits that observing the England captain in training has been a transformative experience for his own development.
"You can see why he won it and why he's known as the best striker, the best player, in the world."
Rio Ngumoha
With Bukayo Saka currently sidelined due to injury, Ngumoha could be in line to start for the Three Lions against Croatia this Thursday. The teenager, who joined Liverpool in 2024, remains focused on proving his worth on the international stage while continuing his rapid ascent.
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