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Tottenham fans might be surprised at the ‘most skilful’ player in training – Not Savio or Kudus

James Maddison has become the second Tottenham Hotspur player to speak glowingly of the level that Mathys Tel shows in training. Tel failed to take…

By Bharad Thirumalai · Spurs web

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 8:00 PM

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James Maddison agreed with Sandro Tonali that Mathys Tel is the most skillful player in Tottenham's squad.
Maddison believes Tel will thrive if Spurs consistently put the forward into one-on-one situations.
Tel has struggled for consistency early this season and has yet to record a goal or an assist.

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James Maddison has backed Tottenham Hotspur teammate Mathys Tel, echoing Sandro Tonali's praise for the French forward's skill and pace. Speaking to Sky Sports, Maddison named Tel as the most skillful player in the squad, highlighting his ability in one-on-one situations and predicting fans will see his best form under manager Roberto De Zerbi.

Tel has faced inconsistency this season without a goal or assist, recently remaining an unused substitute in a 1-1 draw against United. Maddison also joked that summer signing Jan Paul van Hecke is De Zerbi's "teacher's pet" due to their prior relationship at Brighton.

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