'Big change'- In-form Tottenham star praised for ‘working his socks off’ following brilliant start to the season

However, the Brazil international has turned a new leaf under Thomas Frank this season after promising to repay the Spurs manager’s faith in him. Richarlison has already managed to score two goals and provided an assist in just two Premier League games. Not only that, but the prolific striker is working hard to maintain his place in the starting eleven as games come in thick and fast.

Tottenham forward Richarlison is receiving high praise after stellar performances

Well, it is fair to say that Tottenham do not need to spend extra money on a new striker in the coming days if Richarlison can maintain his current form. The 28-year-old’s brilliant start to the new campaign has also seen him earn a place in the Brazil National Team for the upcoming international break. This just proves that the prolific striker has managed to get back to his best after a full pre-season at N17.

Now, Theo Walcott has taken the time to praise the Spurs No.9’s work-ethic and determination. Speaking on the Football Daily podcast (via TBR Football), Walcott said,

“I played with Richarlison and at times he could frustrate the hell out of you. He really could because he’s a kind of player who’s a slight maverick in the team, but the big change in him, he’s working his socks off and it starts from the front.”

The ex-Arsenal player added,

“It always tends to start from the front. I think someone like Thomas Frank; he just gets the best out of individuals and then brings those individuals together.”

Theo Walcott admitted that Richarlison can frustrate his teammates at times due to his resilient nature. However, the ex-Arsenal player added that the Brazil international is already ‘working his socks off’ and that is because of his determination to succeed and prove his worth in the Premier League. Walcott also credits Thomas Frank for bringing the best out of the 28-year-old and putting the faith in him to make his mark at N17.

Now, fans will hope that the Spurs No.9 manages to stay fit for a stretch of games and does not lose his confidence. Spurs are a much better team under Thomas Frank when Richarlison is on the pitch. That is the reality of the situation. So, the Danish tactician will also look to make sure that Richarlison is given enough time to rest and recover between games to avoid unnecessary injuries.