Ginola claims that Tottenham star is ‘the new Maradona’

David Ginola has labelled Tottenham striker Harry Kane as “the new Diego Maradona” after their 5-1 victory over Newcastle United.

The England captain did not score, but notched another assist and again showcased his exquisite passing range as Spurs enhanced their top-four chances in the Premier League.

After falling behind to Fabian Schar’s first-half free-kick, goals from Ben Davies, Matt Doherty, Son Heung-min, Emerson Royal and Steven Bergwijn moved them above north London rivals Arsenal, who visit Crystal Palace on Monday night.

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Kane is going to be key to where Spurs end up this season, but even if he helps deliver Champions League qualification his future is sure to come under renewed speculation in the summer.

And former Tottenham winger Ginola insists that Kane reminds him of one of the best footballers ever in Diego Maradona.

Speaking on Sky Sports, Ginola said: “Spurs are looking very confident. They are relying on their assets and the finishing upfront it amazing.

“The new playmaker at Spurs is Harry Kane. He is like the new Diego Maradona now. Long passes, short passes, he has it all.”

“I told you – Harry Kane, the playmaker, number 10, he’s like Maradona now”

High praise from David Ginola for Harry Kane, who showed the