Edinburgh can go all the way to the top – Gills captain Wright

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takes his team to former club Tottenham in the Cup on Wednesday night – and captain Josh Wright reckons he can expect plenty more high-profile matches in future.

Left-back Edinburgh spent a decade with the North London giants but has had to work his way up from the bottom to reach .

His managerial career has taken in spells at Billericay Town, Fisher Athletic, Grays Athletic, Rushden & Diamonds, and, since February 2015, Gillingham.

After 13 years as a manager, the 46-year-old is now in the third tier, but skipper Wright believes there is no reason why he can't go a lot higher and meet the likes of Spurs on a regular basis.

Boss Justin Edinburgh (Picture: Action Images)
Boss Justin Edinburgh (Picture: Action Images)

Wright said: “He can go all the way, without a doubt – he's got everything you need.

“He's spot-on with how he says things at the right time. He gets the best out of players and players want to play for him.

“It's very enjoyable to play under him, but he can be strict and stern as well. He's always on at you to perform in training and games.”

After stunning side at Vicarage Road in the second round, the are seeking another top-flight scalp and Wright is expecting a searching examination.

“No matter who Spurs play, it will be a strong team,” said the 26-year-old. “I would be happy to play against their first team as it would be a great test for us, but we are going to have to be right at it.”

Midfielder Wright can count on the support of older brother Mark, the former Non-League international and once the star of The Only Way is Essex.

“He's already bought his ticket and he'll be in there with the Gills fans,” he said. “He comes to most of the home games and follows me whenever he can.

“He's got his own team with his friends and plays in charity games.

“He scored a great goal for England in the Aid game  at Old Trafford.

“We were all there to support him. He loves his football.”

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