Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna was impressed by Omari Hutchinson after he made his debut against Cambridge United.

The Chelsea loanee delivered a pinpoint looping cross for Leif Davis' opener in the second minute at The Abbey before setting up another chance for Conor Chaplin soon after.

He then came close to his first goal, firing just wide with a stunning left-footed shot from the edge of the area.

Hutchinson caused significant problems for Cambridge left-back Harrison Dunk in the opening stages of the game, and while he failed to impact the game in the latter stages, McKenna believes that he was able to show his quality and why he is ready to shine in the Championship.

“I thought it was a good start for him,” the manager said.

“He’s a very talented young player. Of course, he’s had some exposure to senior football but not much and very limited minutes – he hasn’t been around senior dressing rooms and players too much.

“We’re really happy to take him in on his first loan. We think he’ll grow and develop as a person for sure, and we also think that he can contribute to the team as well.

“He showed some things today and made a good start – a positive first impression – but he’s hopefully here for the whole season, so we’ll be patient with him and we’ll push him in the right ways.

“We’re looking forward to seeing how he develops.”