Everton Must Act Fast to Sign Richarlison
Everton must surely make their move to bring Richarlison back to Merseyside after Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi admitted that he is unsure whether the Brazil international will still be at the club come the end of the summer transfer window. Richarlison has blown hot and cold since his move to north London from the Toffees for £60 million four years ago, bagging just 32 goals in 133 Spurs outings.
Why Richarlison's Future is Uncertain at Tottenham
The 29-year-old scored a respectable 12 goals across all competitions last term, which De Zerbi admires, but neither player nor manager is convinced that Richarlison's future is with the club. De Zerbi said: "Sometimes he said to stay, sometimes to leave. As a player or a guy, he is unbelievable in his attitude and behaviour.
What Comes Next for Richarlison?
The striker is in the final 12 months of his contract at Spurs, and it's a conundrum that needs sorting. Tottenham simply can't allow their £60 million man to leave for free at the end of the season - a sale or contract extension needs to happen soon. Ultimately, if Richarlison is not in De Zerbi's long-term plans, then the club should sell this summer.
Why Everton Must Target Richarlison Reunion
Richarlison flourished over his six years at Goodison Park, single-handedly saving the team from relegation in 2022 with a prolific return of goals over the crunch end of the campaign. He knows he would get that at Everton. When speaking about the club in 2022, he said: "I have a great relationship with both the club and the supporters. I know how everything works on a daily basis.
Everton's Current Form
Everton are currently 13th in the Premier League, with 49 points from 38 games, and are 36 points behind leaders Arsenal. They have scored 47 goals this season, conceding 50, and have lost their last four games in all competitions. Their next fixture is against Ipswich at home on September 19.
What's Next for Everton?
Everton must act fast to sign Richarlison and strengthen their squad for the new season. With their current form, they need to make some changes to their team to compete with the top teams in the league. Richarlison's return would be a massive boost for the Toffees, and they must make their move soon to secure his signature.
