Speaking to Sky Sports following Tottenham's draw with Leicester City, Maddison candidly shared his disappointment at not being named in the Euro 2024 squad, but also showed great professionalism and positivity.
Maddison began by expressing his disappointment and dismay at not being selected for the Europa League: "I was disappointed that I wasn't selected. I strongly believe in my ability to contribute to the team, but I also understand that once a decision is made, it cannot be changed. I respect Gareth's decision, even though I don't agree with his choice."
However, Maddison did not let the incident become a stumbling block in his career. He revealed that Southgate has explained to him the reasons for the decision and showed great respect and professionalism. Maddison said, "Gareth is a great guy and the way he handled things made me feel respected. I know it wasn't a personal decision against me but a business decision he made based on the whole team. I hold no grudges about that."
Madison also emphasized how much the experience motivated him, "Missing the Euros broke my heart, but I can't let that define me. I have people around me who support me, especially my father, who encourages me to move forward. This season, I will use this experience as motivation to try to improve my performance and prove myself."
Additionally, Madison reflected on last season's struggles, specifically how the ankle injury affected him, "I lost my consistency in the second half of last season because of the ankle injury. But I know it's all about how you respond to setbacks. This season, I am eager to do better, not only for myself, but also for those who have been supporting me."
Madison's comments show his maturity and tenacity as a professional player. Instead of being knocked down by setbacks, he chose to turn them into motivation to move forward. I believe that in the coming games, he will prove his value with practical actions and bring more surprises to Tottenham and fans.
