Some voters might be tempted to dismiss James Maddison’s claim.
They’ll argue he’s only really turned it on since August and then simply because there was a chance that England boss Gareth Southgate, with three more squad picks than usual, might find space for him on the plane to Qatar.
But ask those who have watched him closely at Leicester, including those who have worked with him, about his form and they will tell you you’re barking up the wrong tree if you reckon he’s no more than a half-season wonder.
