And since he was used in the diamond formation the guy has truly blossomed to the point where he is looking for and talking about an England recall.
A new set of stats from @EPL Statman proves the point as Downing now heads the list of players responsible for creating most Premier League chances this season.
Here’s the full list:
Downing 20
Fabregas 20
Cabella 17
Silva 16
Hazard 15
Sigurdsson 14
Sterling 14
Barton 13
Ramsey 13
Larsson 13
Most Chances Created So Far Downing 20 Fabregas 20 Cabella 17 Silva 16 Hazard 15 Sigurdsson 14 Sterling 14 Barton 13 Ramsey 13 Larsson 13