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John Mousinho identifies Portsmouth’s new Callum Lang in big billing

John Mousinho can see the summer Pompey signing making a similar impact to a big former Fratton favourite.

Published: Saturday, 14 November 2026 at 12:59 PM
John Mousinho identifies Portsmouth’s new Callum Lang in big billing
Key Things to Know
  • John Mousinho believes Portsmouth summer signing Eoin Kenny can develop into the team's next Callum Lang.
  • Mousinho views the 20-year-old Dundalk arrival as an ideal 'running 10' who can cause havoc for opposing defenses.
  • Kenny joined Portsmouth on a three-year contract and has made a couple of substitute appearances so far.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Portsmouth manager John Mousinho believes summer signing Eoin Kenny can develop into the club's next Callum Lang. Mousinho identified the 20-year-old attacker, who joined Pompey on a three-year contract from League of Ireland side Dundalk, as a high-energy 'running 10' capable of disrupting Championship defenses with similar qualities to former Fratton Park favorite Lang.

Kenny has primarily been used as a winger and restricted to substitute appearances while adapting to the Championship's pace. Meanwhile, Kenny earned his first senior Northern Ireland call-up for Nations League fixtures against Ukraine and Hungary, with national team manager Michael O'Neill praising the young forward's mobility and strength.

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