James Maddison is strongly tipped to become Tottenham Hotspur's second signing in the summer transfer window of 2023.
According to reports from British media, Leicester City has reached an agreement with Tottenham over the transfer of Maddison. The "Rooster" will pay £40 million to secure the services of the midfielder from the recently relegated Premier League team. Maddison himself has agreed to personal terms with Tottenham, which includes a weekly salary of £170,000.
Despite Leicester City's disappointing 2022/23 season that resulted in relegation, Maddison had an impressive individual campaign. He contributed to 19 goals in 32 matches for the "Foxes." Maddison is keen to continue playing in the Premier League and on the European stage, rather than competing with Leicester in the Championship (England's second division) next season.
Initially, Newcastle United showed interest in Maddison, but they ultimately signed AC Milan midfielder Sandro Tonali for a fee of up to £65 million.
Tottenham's new head coach, Ange Postecoglou, views Maddison as a player who can bolster the team's midfield for the upcoming season. Previously, the "Rooster" successfully acquired goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario from Empoli for a transfer fee of £17 million. Vicario is expected to compete with the aging and injury-prone Hugo Lloris for a place in Tottenham's goal.
On the other hand, Tottenham is reportedly ready to sell Harry Kane to Bayern Munich for a fee of around £70-80 million. Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is determined not to allow Kane to join another English club, and Bayern Munich appears to be the most likely destination for the "Three Lions" striker at the moment.
In summary, James Maddison is highly likely to make a move to Tottenham Hotspur in the summer transfer window of 2023. Leicester City has reportedly agreed to the transfer, and personal terms have been agreed between Maddison and Tottenham. The talented midfielder's impressive performances despite Leicester's relegation make him an attractive addition to Tottenham's squad, as they look to strengthen their midfield under new coach Ange Postecoglou.
