Carragher gushed about the former Leicester City player and compared the 26-year-old to two legendary Spurs players in his essay for The Telegraph.

Maddison appears to be the ideal Spurs player, carrying on the legacy of Glenn Hoddle and Paul Gascoigne as someone who makes fans happy.

Given Maddison’s early years with the Lilywhites, Carragher’s praise for the England international is very high indeed.

Is James Maddison the next Hoddle or Gascoigne?

The most innovative and dynamic performers of their age, Gascoigne and Hoddle, who both spent time at Tottenham, enthralled audiences with their displays.

Since Christian Eriksen left North London in January 2020, the team has lacked a spark in the middle of the field. Maddison appears to have restored that feeling of anticipation.

Looking back, it appears that Leicester City, who sold Maddison to Tottenham this summer for £40 million, received a good deal.

In the summer transfer window, Spurs sold Harry Kane to Bayern Munich, and there was concern that the club would not have the same impact and contribution from their all-time leading goalscorer for the upcoming 2023/24 season.

Spurs’ new manager, Ange Postecoglou, has had his hands full, but he has shown his tactical genius to bring the best out of Spurs’ attack, which has been playing some of the most fluid football in the world.

The key to Spurs’ success so far has been the form of James Maddison. The former Leicester star has formed an excellent partnership and understanding with Son, who has been a key player in the club’s success so far.

It’s not just Carragher who has caught the fancy of many Tottenham supporters, as the 22-year-old has also impressed many with his quality and enthusiasm for the club.

Let’s hope that Spurs’ number 10 continues his red-hot form for years to come and that he can help the club break their trophy drought.