Watch awkward Laura Woods interview with James Maddison as Tottenham ace says ‘that might annoy you Laura’
ARSENAL fan Laura Woods had a hilariously awkward encounter while interviewing new Tottenham star James Maddison.
The England ace, 26, swapped Leicester for Spurs in a £45million deal this summer.
He already has two assists in as many games under Ange Postecoglou.
And Maddison will be hoping to keep his fine run going in Saturday’s clash at Bournemouth — provided he’s fit after an injury scare.
In the meantime, the midfielder sat down with TNT Sports stars Woods and Ally McCoist to discuss life in north London.
However, mega Arsenal fan Woods could not resist poking fun at Maddison’s transfer.
And it took just 14 seconds for her to ask Maddison, following gushing praise: “I have to ask. Why Spurs?!”
Woods’ funny question caught the player off guard, with Maddison bursting out laughing along with McCoist.
He quipped: “It didn’t take long for that, did it? Thought that might annoy you.”
More banter ensued as Woods quickly wished Maddison “honestly, congratulations.”
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But the ace took it all in his stride as he gave an honest reflection on his departure from relegated Leicester.
Maddison said: “My time at Leicester didn’t finish how I wanted it to.
“We went down which was very disappointing and sad. I wanted to go out on a good note but it wasn’t to be.
“You come to those parts in life with setbacks and this was the next step.
“Why Spurs? You have to make decisions at points in your life. I could see myself playing for Spurs.
“I could picture myself as a Tottenham player, as much as that might annoy you Laura.
“I’m really happy, it’s a brilliant club and a big club and you feel that when you arrive.
“I’ve been made to feel very welcome so hopefully we can have some success on the pitch now.”
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