Famed football correspondent David Ornstein claimed that Everton striker Richarlison will sign for Tottenham before the end of this transfer window. The Brazilian international has been heavily linked with both Spurs and Arsenal in recent weeks.
The striker who is valued at ยฃ65million has already rejected a deal from Arsenal as a report claimed. It even said that Richarlison would rather join Spurs this summer. The reason could be Spurs’ qualification for Champions League this summer. Arsenal finished fifth in the Premier League. Therefore, they are not eligible to play in the Champions League.
Ornstein recently was asked about rumors surrounding the 25-year-oldโs future. Moreover, the journalist confirmed that is serious interest in the striker from Spursโ side as well.
What did David Ornstein say about Richarlisonโs future?
Ornstein claimed that sources at Everton believe that the Spurs-Richarlison deal will go through towards the end of this transfer window. Speaking to the Athletic UKโs Youtube channel, he said,โ Yes, there is some interest from Tottenham, but no, theyโre not in negotiations with Everton yet โ that may follow, of course.โ
โAt this point in time, Everton are setting an extremely high asking price for Richarlison. Tottenham wonโt come to the level of finance that Everton would be looking for at this point.โ
โBut, there are a number of people around the game who think that with Evertonโs financial position, they may, as the window goes on, get squeezed into accepting a lower figure for him, and thatโs when Tottenham might feel that they can pounce.โ
โAnd, when you speak to certain sources around Everton, they think this move will end up happening by the end of the transfer window.โ
Though, the rumors surrounding Spurs and Richarlison do raise some eyebrows. As they already have a star striker in Harry Kane. However, signing Richarlison could prove to be a smart move. As he can play in any of the three positions at the front. Moreover, with Spursโ host of games next season as they are playing in the Champions League.
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