Giggs hails ‘measured and mature’ Ampadu

Ryan Giggs has hailed Ethan Ampadu after the Chelsea youngster impressed on his first competitive start for Wales.

Ampadu was outstanding as Giggs’ side crushed the Republic of Ireland 4-1 in a Nations League match at the Cardiff City Stadium.

“Ethan is a talent, but not only as a player, but as a person. He is so measured and mature and takes it all in his stride. I am really pleased for him,” said Wales boss Giggs.

The Exeter-born Ampadu, 17, recently returned to action after recovering from an ankle injury.

He is no longer eligible to switch his international allegiance to England, having now played in a competitive match for the Welsh.

Ampadu has made seven first-team appearances for Chelsea since being signed from Exeter last summer.