Tottenham will ‘accept’ Richarlison offer in January, talks already underway
Richarlison has enjoyed a strong start to the season at Tottenham and has been a regular feature in Thomas Frank’s starting XI since his arrival in the summer.
The Brazil international has scored three goals and provided one assist in seven Premier League appearances so far in the absence of Dominic Solanke.
Solanke is still regarded as the first-choice striker under Frank when fully fit despite the Spurs striker undergoing ankle surgery, with a November return date mooted.
Richarlison, meanwhile, has been heavily linked with a move away after Football Insider revealed Tottenham would allow Richarlison to leave.
With the January transfer window now rapidly approaching, the striker is expected to field new interest amid a growing feeling a deal could be agreed.
Richarlison opens door to MLS move after Tottenham latest
Football Insider revealed on 24 August that Richarlison was not interested in leaving Tottenham after the season began amid links with a surprise move to Crystal Palace.
However, the forward is now believed to be open to a move away and is considering his options after MLS outfit Orlando City held talks with his representatives.
That is according to former Tottenham and Man United senior scout Mick Brown, who remains very well-connected within the game, as he exclusively told Football Insider that the Brazil international is interested in making the switch to the MLS.
“I think the time has come for Richarlison to move on,” he told Football Insider.
“He’s never been a player who the club are completely prepared to put their faith in, they know what he can do at his best, but too often he won’t be at that level.
“With Solanke out injured, he’s had a good start to the season, but they don’t see him as the long-term answer to their issues leading the line.
“So if a good offer comes in for him in January, then I expect Tottenham will be ready to let him go.
“Given everybody’s fit, I’m not sure he would have a regular place in Thomas Frank’s team.
“Based on that, he’ll be interested in a move to the MLS as well, and I’m told there have already been talks about whether it could be done.
“If Tottenham get the right offer and feel they can cope without him, I’m sure it’s something that could happen when the window opens with all parties interested.”
Richarlison was slammed for his performance against Bodo/Glimt despite an otherwise strong start to the season, once again highlighting his inconsistency.
Tottenham assessing Harry Kane and Samu Aghehowa
With Richarlison’s future up in the air and ongoing concerns about Solanke’s fitness, Spurs have set their sights on bringing in a new striker in January.
Football Insider revealed on 11 October that Porto striker Samu Aghehowa is on Tottenham’s radar amid ongoing concerns about their attacking options.
The Spaniard has been on the radar of several high-profile clubs including Chelsea and Newcastle, but Spurs are now the latest club to join the race.
Tottenham were also linked with Harry Kane amid speculation that he could be set to leave Bayern Munich thanks to a release clause which becomes active in 2026.
However, Football Insider revealed on 10 October that Bayern Munich are planning contract talks with Kane to extend his stay in Germany beyond the 2027 expiry date.
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