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‘Sensational’: Gary Lineker wowed by 26-year-old Tottenham Hotspur player

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Gary Lineker has raved about Tottenham Hotspur attacking midfielder James Maddison on Twitter while watching him in action against Burnley at Turf Moor in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon.

The former Tottenham Hotspur striker was impressed by the goal that James Maddison scored against Burnley.

The England international attacking midfielder scored in the 54th minute against Burnley with a curling finish inside the right-hand post.

Maddison has been playing well for Tottenham this season since his move from Leicester City in the summer transfer window.

James Maddison
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The playmaker has made four appearances in the Premier League so far this season.

The 26-year-old has scored two goals and given two assists in those matches.

Gary Lineker praise for James Maddison during Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley

During his time on the pitch at Turf Moor, Maddison took four shots, played one key pass, had a pass accuracy of 82%, took 72 touches, attempted three dribbles, made one interception, and put in four crosses.

Tottenham have finally found a replacement for Christian Eriksen in James Maddison.

Eriksen was one of the best players in Tottenham’s recent history and was a brilliant playmaker for the North London club.

Spurs did struggle to replace him, but now they have Maddison.

Maddison is only 26 now.

His best years are ahead of him.

Tottenham have a real gem in Maddison.