Manchester United legend Gary Neville can see why those at Old Trafford are reportedly keen on luring Leicester City ace midfielder James Maddison at Old Trafford.
The 23-year-old Maddison might be “cocky”, admits Gary Neville, but the same characteristic can be applied towards Eric Cantona in the past and it is quite easy to see why Manchester United are being heavily linked with an approach for the Leicester City playmaker.
The Red Devils are reportedly said to have had Maddison on their recruitment radar for some time following his impressive displays under Brendan Rodgers.
However, Maddison is not the only creative option being considered by United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish another top transfer target for the 20-time English champions.
Despite Maddison claiming that his future remains safe at the King Power Stadium, Manchester United are closely monitoring Foxes’ midfield superstar.
While speaking to Sky Sports, former United right-back Gary Neville explained why United are mulling over another raid on a Leicester City player, having splashed out a record-breaking £80 million ($100m) on the services of central defender Harry Maguire in the summer of 2019.
The 45-year-old revealed that Maddison’s qualities and nature would be a great addition to Solskjaer’s squad as United have benefited from similar characters in the past.
The eight-time Premier League winner also compared Maddison to former United and France legend Eric Cantona, “We’re quick to mention players like Maddison being cocky. We used to say it about players like Joe Cole and Matt Le Tissier. Eric Cantona obviously was seen as an arrogant and cocky player. James Maddison has had it as well and there’s a stigma attached to some players. But actually, that’s why they are the players they are. They’ve got ability, they want to look good and look the part. They’re brilliant to watch and he [Maddison] is a fantastic player and I’m sure Leicester will be working very hard to make sure they hang on to him.”
