Ollie Watkins, Declan Rice react as James Maddison arrives amid Tottenham chaos
Ollie Watkins and Declan Rice reacted to James Maddison on social media as chaos reigns supreme at Tottenham.
Spurs’ Europa League victory over Man United papered over some of the cracks of the club’s dismal domestic campaign last season.
But it was not enough to keep Ange Postecoglou as Tottenham boss, and Thomas Frank has taken over after leaving Brentford.
The North London side, keen to avoid another calamitous Premier League campaign, have found life in the transfer market after a slow start.
Mohammed Kudus was signed from West Ham, whilst further deals have brought Mathys Tel over from Bayern Munich on a permanent deal, and Kota Takai joined the club from J. League outfit Kawasaki Frontale.
However, Tottenham’s attempts to bring in Morgan Gibbs-White have resulted in Nottingham Forest threatening to take legal action against the North London side after the midfielder’s release clause became public knowledge without the club’s consent.
James Maddison returns to Tottenham
Following a summer break, Maddison returned to Tottenham’s training ground to begin preparations for the 2025/26 campaign.
The midfielder shared an image of himself on Instagram, and the post was liked by England teammates Rice and Watkins.
James Maddison benefits from Gibbs-White transfer failing
Football Insider Verdict
Most Spurs supporters are likely gutted that the club’s move for Gibbs-White has seemingly fallen through.
However, if there is one man who stands to benefit greatly, it is Maddison.
The England international was one of his side’s top performers last season, but injuries stunted his ability to find his peak.
As a consequence, Spurs moved to add more depth and quality to the number 10 position that Maddison usually occupies.
In a year where players are fighting to impress their international managers with the World Cup on the horizon, Gibbs-White’s arrival in North London would have been a death blow for the ex-Leicester man’s hopes of being in the USA this time next year.