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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Decent burst off the dribble but not a top-end explosive athlete. (conf 0.7)
Below-average straight-line pace for a Premier League attacking midfielder. (conf 0.65)
Quick feet and tight change of direction help him escape pressure in tight areas. (conf 0.75)
Covers ground consistently across 90 minutes though not a relentless engine. (conf 0.6)
Control
Silky control lets him receive on the half-turn under pressure. (conf 0.85)
Comfortable carrying through midfield lines and beating a man in the half-space. (conf 0.8)
Uses body reasonably well but lacks great physical bulk to hold off bigger midfielders. (conf 0.6)
Renowned for a sweet, powerful long-range strike with either technique or curl. (conf 0.88)
Distribution
Crisp, incisive combination play in tight central areas. (conf 0.85)
Switches play and threads longer diagonals with good weight and disguise. (conf 0.75)
Whips in dangerous deliveries from wide and deep free-kick positions. (conf 0.7)
Elite creative eye for splitting passes and disguised through balls. (conf 0.85)
Chance threat
Clinical from the edge of the box with a well-struck low or dipping shot. (conf 0.75)
Willing to shoot from distance, occasionally over-ambitious but often rewarded. (conf 0.7)
Finds pockets between opposition lines to receive and turn. (conf 0.7)
One of the Premier League's most dangerous direct free-kick takers. (conf 0.9)
Duels
Slight frame limits his aerial threat in both boxes. (conf 0.6)
Wins some tussles through cleverness rather than physical strength. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Presses in bursts when triggered but not a constant harrier. (conf 0.55)
Limited defensive output typical of a creative number ten. (conf 0.5)
Positional discipline out of possession is a secondary strength. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Calm on the ball in the final third even under tight marking. (conf 0.8)
Generally picks the right pass or shot in advanced areas. (conf 0.75)
Industrious in phases but conserves energy for attacking moments. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
History of recurring injuries including a serious ACL setback has limited availability. (conf 0.65)
Outlook
Approaching thirty, likely near his peak with a gradual decline ahead. (conf 0.65)
Well-known Premier League creative talent and established England international. (conf 0.8)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
James Maddison is a technically gifted English attacking midfielder known for his vision, set-piece prowess, and eye for a long-range strike. Operating centrally or off the left for Tottenham Hotspur, he links play between midfield and attack with sharp first touches and incisive passing. His creative output has made him a regular for England, though injuries, including a significant knee issue, have periodically disrupted his club form.
Regarded as one of the Premier League's best dead-ball specialists, scoring numerous free-kicks throughout his career.
Established himself as a key creative outlet for Tottenham Hotspur after joining from Leicester City.
Has earned multiple England caps, valued for his set-piece delivery and creativity in midfield.