In a post-match interview after Leicester City’s 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur at the King Power Stadium on Saturday afternoon (via Manchester Evening News), James Maddison expressed his happiness to play for the Foxes and said, “I can’t speak highly enough of this club.
“The opportunities you get and the warmness you receive.
“I’ve only been here for one year, but I feel like I’ve been here for four or five years – that’s how you’re made to feel here.
“That’s not just people at the club, it’s players like yourself [Heskey] previous players that you meet around the place.
“It’s brilliant – it’s a fantastic club.”
It is believed that Manchester United are keeping a close eye on the Foxes star ahead of a potential move at the end of this campaign (via Manchester Evening News).
Maddison’s Rich Vein Of Form Under Rodgers’ Stewardship
Since joining from Norwich City last summer, the former Coventry City talent has registered nine goals and grabbed nine assists in 45 matches for the East Midlands side across all competitions. The Leicester playmaker has made a brilliant start to this campaign after he netted two goals and grabbed two assists in seven appearances for Brendan Rodgers’ side on all fronts.
Maddison is yet to earn his first international cap for Gareth Southgate’s England national side but has the potential to play a crucial role for the Three Lions in the UEFA European Championship next year. The 22-year-old has already shown some glimpses of his brilliance in a Leicester shirt. However, one can argue whether Maddison would be even more effective if he decided to play for one of the biggest clubs in England.
What Will The English Rising Star Bring To Old Trafford?
Maddison displays a lot of creativity in midfield and has the vision to pick out a killer pass in the opposition half. He can also be a potent goal-threat from long range as evidenced by his winning goal versus Spurs in his last league outing.
He tends to keep a calm head when under pressure from the opposition. The Coventry-born prospect can also attract the attention of more than one defender, which creates space for others around him.
Should The Mancunian Giants Make A Move For Maddison?
The Red Devils could benefit from bringing the English wonderkid to Old Trafford as he has the skill set required to be a future star in the English top-flight. Maddison will not only add more creativity to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s midfield but will also increase competition for the likes of Paul Pogba and Scott McTominay for a place in the Man United first-team. Therefore, it makes sense for Solskjaer to break the bank and go all out to sign Maddison next summer.
