Pundit Jamie Carragher believes James Maddison could be crucial in helping Tottenham avoid relegation, given the club's recent injury woes. Spurs secured their first win of 2026 with a 1-0 victory over Wolves, but the match came at a cost, with Xavi Simons ruled out for the season due to injury. This latest setback adds to Tottenham's existing concerns, with key players like Mohammed Kudus, Cristian Romero, Dejan Kulusevski, and Maddison himself dealing with injuries. Carragher thinks Maddison, who has been out since August with a torn ACL, might be the only player capable of 'producing the magic Spurs need' to stay in the Premier League.
Despite being included in recent matchday squads, Maddison has not been deemed fit enough to play, but Carragher believes he could make a significant impact, even if it's just 15-20 minutes off the bench. The pundit's comments come as Tottenham faces a tough run of fixtures, including matches against Aston Villa and Chelsea, with Carragher expressing concerns about the team's ability to score goals and avoid relegation.