“Frightening” – Maddison says Spurs have a young star who is better than everyone at one thing
Tottenham midfielder James Maddison has expressed admiration for a young Spurs talent, suggesting that the player excels above all others in a specific aspect of the game.
Following their resounding 4-0 victory over Aston Villa, Tottenham’s prospects for potential Champions League qualification received a significant boost.
Ange Postecoglou’s side has garnered praise for their dynamic style of play throughout the 2023/2024 season.
Postecoglou’s emphasis on high-pressing and high-intensity tactics has garnered widespread appreciation, both among fans and observers alike.
The Australian manager’s impressive debut season has been complemented by revitalized performances from several players within the squad.
| Tottenham’s best-performing players this season | Average match rating per 90 (via WhoScored) |
|---|---|
| James Maddison | 7.45 |
| Son Heung-min | 7.44 |
| Pedro Porro | 7.19 |
| Cristian Romero | 7.11 |
| Dejan Kulusevski | 7.08 |
Under Postecoglou’s guidance, established stars such as Son Heung-min, Pedro Porro, Cristian Romero, Destiny Udogie, and Dejan Kulusevski have flourished.
Additionally, the impact of summer signings has been instrumental in implementing Postecoglou’s system effectively.
Maddison, a notable acquisition from Leicester City last year, has made a significant contribution to Tottenham’s campaign, despite being sidelined due to an ankle ligament injury earlier in the season.
Meanwhile, defender Micky van de Ven has emerged as another standout performer, forming a formidable partnership with Romero in central defense.
Maddison particularly lauds van de Ven for his exceptional speed, highlighting the defender’s crucial role in executing Postecoglou’s aggressive defensive tactics.
The midfielder acknowledges the significance of van de Ven’s pace and physicality, emphasizing the rarity of finding such attributes in a ball-playing center-back.
This season, van de Ven’s performances have earned him widespread acclaim, with former footballer Rio Ferdinand describing him as the “real deal.”
Ferdinand commends van de Ven and Romero for their stellar defensive displays, underscoring the Dutchman’s impressive debut season for both club and country.
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