Tottenham star James Maddison sends Luke Littler two-word message after World Grand Prix triumph
James Maddison continues to be sidelined through injury for Tottenham after he was stretchered off during a game in pre-season.
The 28-year-old took his form to a new level for the Lilywhites last term, as he ended the campaign with 16 goal contributions to his name in the Premier League.
However, Maddison has been unable to feature for Tottenham competitively so far in 2025-26, after he suffered an ACL injury in the draw with Newcastle towards the end of pre-season.
The attacking midfielder is midway through what is likely to be a lengthy injury lay-off, and that has left him with plenty of time on his hands in recent weeks.
James Maddison congratulates Luke Littler on Instagram
Maddison has maintained an active presence at Tottenham for the duration of his injury lay-off so far, and it is clear that he is a popular figure within the dressing room.
The England international has since undergone surgery to rectify the damage to his knee, which is likely to be a crucial stage in his recovery process moving forward.
Maddison has always had a reputation for being a player who is particularly active on social media, and he wasted no time in congratulating darts sensation Luke Littler for his latest achievement on Sunday.
The pair have become good friends since Littler’s eye-catching 2024 World Championship campaign that saw him reach the final as a 16-year-old, and the Spurs man’s admiration for the youngster is clear to see.
Littler triumphed in the World Grand Prix final, and Maddison quickly sent his congratulations by commenting “The best!” on his Instagram post.
James Maddison’s character will be crucial to Tottenham return
Maddison is one of the most outgoing characters at Tottenham, and that is likely to play a crucial role in his recovery.
The former Leicester City star conducts himself in a positive and light-hearted manner, and that should hopefully be enough to keep him feeling relatively happy during his time away from the pitch.
Prolonged periods on the sidelines can be notoriously difficult for footballers mentally, but that is unlikely to be the case for Maddison, given his outlook.
He will be desperate to get back into the fold and begin challenging the likes of Xavi Simons and Lucas Bergvall for a spot at the top of the midfield, and that drive and determination will be crucial in his recovery.
Tottenham have progressed significantly as a team in the space of one summer, but Maddison’s impact cannot be underestimated, and he will likely become a key player again once he returns to full fitness.
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