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Aston Villa have made contact with Tottenham over a potential deal for James Maddison, with the midfielder’s future in north London now appearing uncertain.
According to Football365, Maddison could be allowed to leave Spurs after slipping down the pecking order. Tottenham are understood to be prepared to consider cutting him loose, with changes in their midfield plans set to affect his role next season.
The key factor is the arrival of Fernandes and Tonali, which is expected to push Maddison towards the bench next year. That situation has opened the door for Villa to explore whether a transfer can be agreed, although no fee or formal agreement has been reported at this stage.
Villa’s approach suggests they are monitoring opportunities to add proven creativity to their squad, and Maddison’s possible availability represents a notable development in the summer market. For the player, the question is whether he remains to compete for minutes at Tottenham or seeks a move where he may have a clearer route into the team.
Tottenham’s stance will be important in the coming days, particularly if Villa decide to advance their interest beyond initial contact. Spurs may still weigh up the value of keeping Maddison as part of their squad, but the expectation that he will be benched following the arrivals of Fernandes and Tonali has created genuine doubt over his place.
For now, Villa’s contact has put the situation firmly in focus, with Maddison emerging as a player to watch as both clubs assess their options in the transfer window.
