Tottenham find themselves at a critical point in their season, with updates on key injuries providing both relief and optimism for fans.
Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero are set to return to training in the coming weeks, boosting the teamâs defensive options.
Meanwhile, a former Spurs academy player has joined two Tottenham loanees at Leyton Orient, showcasing the continued development of talent linked to the club.
However, the spotlight has shifted towards a surprising development within the squad.
As Ange Postecoglou continues to implement his vision for Tottenham, questions have arisen over the role of one of the clubâs key players, whose recent exclusion from the starting XI has sparked speculation about his long-term future.
James Maddisonâs struggles under Ange Postecoglou
James Maddisonâs position at Tottenham appears increasingly uncertain, with the playmaker seemingly falling out of favour under Ange Postecoglou.
Once regarded as a pivotal figure in the team, Maddison has seen his game time significantly reduced, raising concerns about his role and future at the club.
Former Tottenham scout Bryan King has suggested that a behind-the-scenes issue may be affecting Maddisonâs relationship with Postecoglou.
Speaking to Tottenham News, King shared his thoughts on the situation:
âWhat Maddison needs is regular football. Otherwise, his international career is over. At the moment he isnât playing regularly, and suddenly someone who was Spursâ outstanding player at one point has become a squad player.â
Kingâs comments also highlighted Maddisonâs frustration during recent appearances, noting incidents that suggest the midfielderâs confidence has taken a hit.
âIf I were Maddison Iâd be questioning whether or not Postecoglou and the staff think Iâm good enough. If an 18-year-old is starting ahead of him, something has to be going on behind the scenes,â he added.
Maddison, who joined Tottenham from Leicester City last summer, quickly became a fan favourite, contributing three goals and five assists in his first 10 games.
However, an injury against Chelsea sidelined him for 10 matches, and he has struggled to regain his form since then.
Could Maddison leave Tottenham?
Maddisonâs inconsistent performances this season, eight goals and four assists in 21 appearances, have not been enough to secure him a regular starting spot. His exclusion from Tottenhamâs last four games, with 18-year-old Lucas Bergvall preferred in his place, has only added to the speculation about his future.
If Bryan Kingâs claims of a strained relationship with Postecoglou are accurate, Maddison could be considering his options.
âIf he is going to move, I donât think it will be until the summer. Something has happened between Maddison and Postecoglou, and it doesnât sit well with me at all,â King concluded.
Whether Maddison remains at Tottenham beyond this season could depend on whether he can re-establish himself as a key player under Postecoglouâs system. For now, the midfielderâs situation remains one to watch closely.