Marcus Edwards is making waves at Burnley, and former Tottenham coach Tim Sherwood is singing his praises. Edwards has been on loan at Burnley since January and has played 13 games, scoring twice and providing one assist. While his stats may not be eye-catching, his impact on the team has been significant.
A Familiar Face
Sherwood, who coached Edwards at Tottenham, recalls the young player’s potential. “I was shocked when he left Tottenham. I felt he needed more time, but maybe he lost patience and decided to take a different path in his career.” Edwards’ decision to join Sporting CP in Portugal proved to be a smart move, as he thrived under the guidance of coach Ruben Amorim.
A Talent Recognized
Sherwood believes Scott Parker, Burnley’s current coach, saw Edwards’ talent during his time at Tottenham. “Scott Parker watched many training sessions when he was at Spurs. I’m sure he spotted Edwards’ talent.” Sherwood adds that Edwards has a special gift and that it’s surprising Amorim didn’t give him more opportunities at Sporting CP. “The Manchester United has players worse than Marcus Edwards. It’s surprising Amorim didn’t bet on him.”
A Bright Future
Edwards’ performances at Burnley have been impressive, and the club is keen to keep him. If Burnley gets promoted to the Premier League, they’ll have to buy Edwards from Tottenham for €10 million. His success has sparked interest, and many are now wondering what the future holds for this talented young player.
- Edwards has played 13 games for Burnley, scoring twice and providing one assist.
- Sherwood praises Edwards, saying he has a “very special talent.”
- Burnley has a mandatory purchase clause worth €10 million if they get promoted.
