Richarlison’s future at Tottenham clarified despite Everton links

Richarlison has found goals recently, scoring in three consecutive matches against Arsenal, Manchester United and PSG. That streak raises his value while simultaneously making him useful to Thomas Frank’s struggling attack. His 21 appearances this season include six goals and two assists, modest but not catastrophic numbers given Tottenham’s overall struggles.

His overall Spurs record reads 26 goals and 12 assists from 111 appearances since his £60 million move from Everton in 2022. Those numbers represent poor value compared to his Goodison Park output of 53 goals and 15 assists across 152 matches. The difference highlights Tottenham’s inability to maximize his strengths.

As a centre-forward, he will be primarily competing with Randal Kolo Muani and Dominic Solanke if he stays at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the rest of the season.

Everton’s limitations of late

David Moyes wants attacking reinforcements at Everton, but his budget constraints make a permanent deal unrealistic. The Toffees hoped a loan arrangement might work. Richarlison’s wages present a major obstacle even for temporary moves.

Tottenham’s asking price would likely exceed £30 million, a figure that represents massive depreciation from the original £60 million investment but still stretches Everton’s finances. Premier League Profit and Sustainability rules further complicate any permanent transfer.

Frank confirmed Tottenham will back him in January, with discussions already narrowing to specific targets. The club insists any new arrivals must genuinely improve the strongest XI rather than adding squad filler. That philosophy suggests they’d only sanction Richarlison’s exit if a superior replacement arrives simultaneously.

Ivan Toney has emerged as a potential target, the former Brentford striker currently at Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia. Whether the English forward would leave the lucrative Middle East for a struggling Tottenham side remains highly doubtful.

Richarlison’s immediate future appears secure barring an exceptional permanent offer. His recent goals provide temporary reprieve, but sustained form remains essential to convince Frank he deserves starting opportunities ahead of Kolo Muani and the returning Solanke.