Player: James Maddison
- Full name: James Daniel Maddison
- Date of birth: November 23, 1996
- Place of birth: Coventry, England
- Nationality: England
- Position: Attacking midfielder / Central attacking midfielder (number 10)
- Preferred foot: Right
Club career (summary):
- Youth career at Coventry City and then Norwich City academy.
- Senior breakthrough with Norwich City (loan spells included Coventry City and others while at Norwich).
- Signed by Leicester City in June 2018. Became a key creative player for Leicester, noted for goals, assists, set-piece delivery and attacking midfield play.
- Notable attributes at Leicester: vision, passing range, long shots, free-kicks and ability to create chances from midfield.
International career:
- Represented England at youth levels (U20, U21).
- Made senior England debut in 2019 and has been selected for England squads since, contributing as an attacking option off the bench and as a starter in some matches.
Notable statistics & achievements (high-level):
- Consistently among Leicester’s top creators during his time at the club, registering double-digit goal contributions in multiple seasons.
- Recognized for individual performances with club-level awards and frequent inclusion in team of the week/month selections during strong campaigns.
Style of play: Creative playmaker who operates between midfield and forward lines, combines dribbling and close control with accurate through-passes and long-range shooting. Effective at set pieces (free kicks and corners) and at unlocking defenses with late runs and clever positioning.
Note: This is a concise profile focusing on James Maddison’s time and role at Leicester City and with England. For up-to-date season statistics, transfer history, or current club status, consult the latest sources as player details can change over time.