Cup hero's under Pompey microscope

Adam May, right, is challenged by Leeds Matt Grimes during Sundays FA Cup game at Gander Green LaneAdam May, right, is challenged by Leeds Matt Grimes during Sundays FA Cup game at Gander Green Lane
Adam May, right, is challenged by Leeds Matt Grimes during Sundays FA Cup game at Gander Green Lane
POMPEY have told Adam May: We're watching you.

Paul Cook congratulated the young Blues midfielder for being part of Sutton United’s storming FA Cup run.

And the Blues boss has tasked the U’s loanee to continue showing the professionalism needed to make an impression away from Fratton Park.

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May was part of the Sutton side who shocked Championship high-fliers Leeds on Sunday.

Paul Doswell’s side picked up a 1-0 win at Gander Green Lane to see them join Lincoln City in the fifth round – the first time two non-league sides have done so.

The 19-year-old was a major part of the victory, playing 90 minutes in midfield.

Cook has been delighted to see May’s success, with Sutton already dumping out Cheltenham and AFC Wimbledon this season.

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He said: ‘He’s a fantastic young player with a bright future, Adam.

‘He has to play and get into the Sutton side. That’s the challenge.

‘That has to be the challenge for our loan lads when they go out on loan.

‘They have to establish themselves in the team they go to