Tottenham have an advantage in the chase of James Maddison amid competition from Manchester City and Newcastle United.
According to Football Insider, Tottenham have taken the lead in the chase of James Maddison. Manchester City and Newcastle United are also in the race for the English playmaker, with Leicester City demanding around £70 million for him.
James Maddison continues to have a good season in the Premier League with Leicester City. After a slow start to the campaign, the playmaker has notched nine goals and five assists in 17 games this term, which has continued to attract interest from rivals.
He could have moved clubs back in the summer and January. But Leicester City may have wanted to keep him on board. The Foxes could secure a new long-term contract for the England international. Much will depend on the 26-year-old playmaker, who will have several clubs chasing him.
Maddison will have a year left on his current deal in the summer, which provides him and the interested clubs a good opportunity to sign him. Leicester City will unlikely force him to stay put and see out his contract at the King Power Stadium. They could cash in on their most prized asset.
Tottenham, Manchester City and Newcastle United are keen on the player, valued at £70 million by Leicester. Maddison is seeking a new role where he is one of the important players in the side, which may rule out a move to Pep Guardiola’s side in the next window.
Hence, Newcastle United could have a chance. But much will depend on the Magpies retaining an interest. Despite heavy rumours suggesting a January swoop was imminent, they remain keen on a summer move. Eddie Howe is keen on signing the 26-year-old, but Tottenham may have the upper hand.
Tottenham could take the lead in pursuit of the English playmaker. Antonio Conte is craving for a player like Maddison, who could get many goals and assists from midfield. They have relied heavily on Harry Kane’s quality to get the goals, which the Italian boss wants to change.
Tottenham may enter each window with a limited budget. But they are equally capable of competing with the free-spenders of the Premier League. They are in a good position to pay huge fees and reasonable wages for high-profile players. They might set aside a significant budget for Maddison if they become serious contenders.
Their chances would increase with a top-four finish. They are incidentally competing with Newcastle United for a place in next season’s Champions League. Spurs sit a point ahead of the Magpies, having played a game more. As for Maddison, Leicester will not hesitate to make a sale in the summer but will ask for a significant sum for the £70 million-rated playmaker.
