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Edwards started in a central role against Spurs and, despite his obvious talent, he may have found it tricky to break into Antonio Conte’s current set-up even if the Lilywhites kept hold of him. Richarlison and Dejan Kulusevski are both putting the squeeze on Tottenham’s other attackers with Harry Kane virtually untouchable up top. 

Born in north London, it remains to be seen if Edwards would be tempted by a route back to the Premier League in the future. Top-flight clubs are sure to be taking note of his Champions League exploits and another campaign of solid output in Portugal could see Sporting’s resolve seriously tested.