Gary Lineker has raved about James Maddison on Twitter amid rumours that Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur want to sign him.
The former Tottenham and Leicester striker was impressed by the performance of Maddison, linked with Arsenal and Spurs, for England against Ukraine at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday.
The Leicester City playmaker was one of the best players on the pitch and helped the Three Lions to a win in the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifier.
90min reported in February 2023 that Arsenal and Tottenham are interested in signing Maddison from Premier League rivals Leicester in the summer transfer window.
Manchester City and Newcastle United are also reportedly interested in the 26-year-old.
Gary Lineker praises Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur target James Maddison
HITC Verdict: Maddison would make Arsenal or Spurs better
In our view, James Maddison would make Arsenal or Tottenham Hotspur better.
Yes, Martin Odegaard is playing well for Arsenal, who also have Emile Smith Rowe on their books, but if the Gunners are to regularly challenge and win major trophies, then they need players such as Maddison.
Tottenham have never really replaced Christian Eriksen, and Maddison could be that player.
So far this season, the Leicester star has scored nine goals and given six assists in the Premier League.
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