After the game, Maddison was taken off the field on a stretcher. He appeared to be in distress and was unable to walk, which suggested he would not be able to play in Tottenham's next match against Burnley. Unfortunately, this was a sign of things to come.

Recent reports indicate that Maddison will need surgery and will be out of action for 6 to 7 months. This means he will not return to the pitch until after Christmas. Maddison had only recently recovered from a previous knee injury and had played for less than 30 minutes in pre-season, making this a particularly tough blow for the team.

Maddison's injury highlights the need for Tottenham to find a replacement for him in midfield. The club has been linked to several players, including Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace. Eze is a versatile player who could potentially fill Maddison's role in the team.

Eze is reportedly open to staying at Crystal Palace, despite interest from other clubs, including Arsenal and Tottenham. However, one thing is certain: Tottenham will need to find a player to replace Maddison in order to enter the season with a strong midfield.