They say you should never fall in love with a loan player, but Kilmarnock fans are head over heels for Findlay Curtis—and it's easy to see why. The 19-year-old Rangers loanee has been nothing short of sensational since arriving in January, breathing new life into Kilmarnock's survival hopes with his fearless attacking play.

Curtis announced himself in style at St Mirren on Saturday, bagging a composed double that not only secured a crucial win in Paisley but also showcased the kind of maturity and confidence that belies his years. Under the guidance of boss Neil McCann, the teenager has been given the freedom to express himself—and he's running with it.

But here's the big question: could Curtis's stunning form earn him a ticket to this summer's World Cup with Steve Clarke's Scotland squad? It's not as far-fetched as it sounds. His five league goals this season already match the combined tally of four high-profile Rangers signings—Andreas Skov Olsen, Ryan Naderi, Oliver Antman, and Djeidi Gassama. As BBC pundit Scott Allan put it, "If you're Danny Rohl now, you'd rather have him in your squad. He'd be looking at it thinking they'd be a much better side with Findlay Curtis in it."

With just two games remaining, Kilmarnock sit four points clear of the relegation play-off spot, and Curtis has been the driving force behind their escape act. "I think it tells you he likes that responsibility," Allan added. "That's usually when you can see these players who have that wee bit extra."

Whether it's keeping Kilmarnock up or making a surprise World Cup call-up, Findlay Curtis is proving that sometimes, the loan player you fall for is the one who delivers when it matters most.