Troy Deeney's Premier League Team of the Week Features Maddison, Neto

Troy Deeney has announced his Premier League team of the week, highlighting standout performances from recent matches. Among those recognized are James Maddison of Tottenham Hotspur and Pedro Neto of Chelsea.

Maddison earned a spot for his impactful return, scoring a goal from outside the box for Spurs. "Welcome back James Maddison," Deeney noted. "Spurs needed a bit of quality in the final third and we were unsure who would score for them, and Maddison puts it in the top corner. Great to see him back, great to see him healthy and great to see him smiling."

Pedro Neto was also selected for his decisive contribution, scoring two goals to secure a win for Chelsea. Deeney commented on Neto's understated effectiveness, suggesting he could have a strong season as other players draw defensive attention.

Sander Berge of Fulham was lauded for his central role in his team's crucial victory against Hull City, a match Deeney described as a "six-pointer" that Fulham needed to win to avoid relegation.

Brighton's Diego Gomez made the team after scoring from the halfway line. Johan Manzambi of Aston Villa was named player of the month so far by Deeney, who praised the 21-year-old Swiss talent for carrying the team with a blend of humility and confidence.

Deeney's selections aim to highlight the top individual performances across the league each week. The inclusion of players like Maddison and Neto underscores their recent contributions to their respective teams' successes.