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'He's got NERVE': Pep Guardiola's ex-Man City assistant Juanma Lillo names 'daring' James Maddison as his favourite England player - despite failing to feature at the World Cup - as he hails his 'authentic' style of play

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Pep Guardiola's former assistant - Juanma Lillo - has heaped praise an Leicester's James Maddison and queried why he hasn't been featuring for England.  

Lillo spent two years by Guardiola's side - after Mikel Arteta left to become Arsenal manager - before going on to become the head coach for Qatar Stars League club Al Sadd SC this year. 

In a recent interview, Lillo reflected on the emerging talents across Europe and referenced Foxes' playmaker Maddison as a player that he's 'crazy' about. 

James Maddison has been one of the standout players in the Premier League this season

James Maddison has been one of the standout players in the Premier League this season

Man City assistant referee Juanma Lillo heaped praise on Maddison in a recent interview

Man City assistant referee Juanma Lillo heaped praise on Maddison in a recent interview

Speaking to the Athletic, Lillo said: 'For me, England and Portugal are the two teams with the biggest

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