Former Chelsea midfielder, Cesc Fabregas, has recently expressed his admiration for Tottenham's star midfielder, James Maddison. According to Fabregas, Maddison possesses both the talent and personality necessary to consistently make a significant impact during crucial moments in matches.
Maddison made an impressive start to the season following his transfer to Tottenham last summer. His performance was so exceptional that he was considered one of the best players in the Premier League during the first three months of the campaign.
However, a severe ankle injury sidelined him for nearly three months. While he hasn't been able to maintain consistent peak performance since his return from injury, recent weeks have shown signs of him regaining his previous form.
Maddison’s brilliance was visible at Villa Park
The England international delivered what many consider one of his finest performances in a Spurs shirt during Tottenham’s 4-0 victory at Villa Park. Many pundits praised Maddison's dominant midfield performance in the Aston Villa match. However, this level of play wasn't replicated in their subsequent match against Fulham.
Fabregas is no stranger to what it takes to excel as a number eight or ten position player in the Premier League. He described James Maddison as a 'complete player', highlighting not only his skill on field but also acknowledging his strong personality which plays an integral role in key game moments.
Former Premier League winner, Cesc Fabregas, said:
“Straight away you could feel he’s got the confidence. He’s got the personality to demand the ball, to make things happen and to create situations.
“He’s good at dribbling, he is good at assisting and he can score goals. So he’s a really complete player in my opinion. He has a good understanding with Son and the strikers and for me, he’s a fantastic player to have.
“And as a coach, I’m sure that you need to adapt to the strengths of your players and the better quality they have, the easier it is. And definitely, he is one of them you would always want in your team.”
James Madison's performance has defined Spurs this season
James Madison's journey with Spurs has been marked by highs and lows - from being hailed as one of Premier League's best players early on after joining Spurs last summer; suffering an unfortunate ankle injury; and now showing promising signs of returning back to top form. The praise from someone like Cesc Fabregas further solidifies Madison’s standing among football fans and sports betting enthusiasts alike.
His talent, personality and ability to make a difference in key moments are what make him a player to watch out for in the future.
