Joleon Lescott sparks debate by labeling Cristian Romero as the most overrated player in the Premier League.
Joleon Lescott has thrown a curveball into the ongoing discussion about player ratings in the Premier League. The former England defender believes Cristian Romero, Tottenham’s talented center-back, is the most overrated player in the league right now.
Interestingly, Lescott initially named Moises Caicedo as his answer, seemingly in an attempt to wind up the Chelsea-supporting host on All Out Football. However, he later changed his mind and pointed to Romero as the player who doesn’t quite live up to the hype surrounding him. This unexpected twist adds a layer of intrigue to the debate.
On the other hand, James Maddison, Romero’s teammate, has a vastly different opinion. Maddison thinks Romero is actually very underrated, praising him as a top, top center-back. According to Maddison, Romero’s reputation in England suffers due to misconceptions about his discipline and behavior on the pitch. Maddison argues that Romero is a World Cup winner and an exceptional player who deserves more recognition.
The truth likely lies somewhere in between these two perspectives. Romero can be an inconsistent player, sometimes delivering brilliant performances and other times struggling to find his footing. This inconsistency can lead to varying opinions about his abilities. As an Argentine player who has won the World Cup, Romero brings a wealth of experience and skill to the Tottenham squad.
Romero is undoubtedly talented but his performances will continue to divide opinions. Personally, I do think he’s underrated, just as Maddison pointed out, and also one of the best center-backs in the Premier League.
