Enzo Maresca could have another Harry Winks right under his nose in 19-year-old Sammy Braybrooke, who could be ‘perfect’.
Harry Winks has been so crucial for everything Leicester have done well this season so far.
Undoubtedly the key man for Enzo Maresca and a cut above the rest in terms of quality. Winks consistently grabs the praise as he excels almost every game.
So when Wink inevitably needs a rest, the Foxes could be left missing a vital player.
This is why an alternative has been suggested by Jordan Blackwell of Leicestershire Live.
Braybrooke ideal Winks replacement
Writing during a Leicester City based Q&A on Leicestershire Live, Blackwell explained that he sees Sammy Braybrooke as the ideal Winks replacement.
“When I was at the press conference last week, I saw Braybrooke doing a long inside the dome by himself, with a coach timing him.
“He did a few laps, so it looked to be something to get his fitness levels up.
“Again, he’s another I think Maresca will really like. He’s perfect for the Winks role.”
Can he fill the gap left by Winks?
Braybrooke is an England under-19 international, and has long been considered an excellent prospect at the King Power Stadium.
A natural midfielder by trade, he fits the profile of a Winks regen and due to his ball playing abilities and control he does look similar.
This will explain the comparison and we expect Blackwell isn’t the only person to see this potential.
It is highly likely Maresca also sees it, but if he decides to act on it is a different story.