James Maddison has sent a classy message to Luca Williams-Barnett after the Tottenham youngster made his Premier League debut against Crystal Palace.
The 18-year-old was introduced by Roberto De Zerbi during Spurs’ 2-0 victory and immediately caught the eye. Williams-Barnett showed confidence in possession before creating a late opportunity for Mohammed Kudus, although the chance was not converted.
Maddison led the congratulations from the Tottenham squad, praising Williams-Barnett after seeing the teenager celebrate the milestone with a huge smile. Several of his teammates also offered their support following the match.
The appearance marked an important moment for Williams-Barnett, who made an instant impression despite having only a short time on the pitch against Palace. His performance and the reaction from Maddison and the rest of the Spurs squad underlined the excitement surrounding the young winger.
