Everton Told to Pull Plug on Re-signing Richarlison
Everton are being told to pull the plug on re-signing Richarlison this summer, with a former senior scout advising against the move.
Former Everton scout Bryan King has spoken out against the potential re-signing of Richarlison, suggesting that the Brazilian's return would be a bad move for the club. King, who spoke exclusively to Football Insider, has heard from people at Tottenham that Richarlison is expected to leave the club next year, with his contract set to expire.
Richarlison, 29, scored 11 Premier League goals for Tottenham last season, but is expected to leave the club due to his contract expiring next year. The Brazilian has maintained a positive relationship with Everton fans since his exit in 2022, but it remains to be seen whether he would be welcomed back to Goodison Park.
Everton are reportedly weighing up moves for a new striker this summer, with Beto and Thierno Barry struggling to find form. While Richarlison would be a reliable goal-scorer, King's comments suggest that the club may be better off looking elsewhere. "He was bad news at Everton and he was bad news at Tottenham," King said. "If they take him back, good luck to them. Because for me, he's not the fella I'd want at my football club."
Richarlison has continued to interact with Everton fans since his departure, scoring four goals in six games against their arch-rivals Liverpool. The Brazilian has also been seen talking to and taking pictures with Everton fans after games, including a recent match against Tottenham.
It's clear that the fans would welcome Richarlison back with open arms, but the decision ultimately lies with David Moyes and the Everton board. With King's comments suggesting that the Brazilian's return would be a bad move, it remains to be seen whether the club will take the advice of their former scout.
In an interview with Football Insider, King said: "If Everton do that, I'd be very disappointed. If Everton bring him back, they're desperate." The comments suggest that the club may be better off looking elsewhere for a new striker, rather than re-signing Richarlison.
The Brazilian's contract is set to expire next year, and he is expected to leave Tottenham due to his contract expiring. The Lilywhites are reportedly looking for around £26million for the forward, who left Everton in 2022 in a deal worth £60m.
Richarlison scored 53 goals for Everton in four years at Goodison Park, and has maintained a positive relationship with the fans since his exit. However, King's comments suggest that the Brazilian's return would be a bad move for the club.
The decision ultimately lies with David Moyes and the Everton board, but it remains to be seen whether they will take the advice of their former scout. With King's comments suggesting that the Brazilian's return would be a bad move, it's clear that the club has some tough decisions to make this summer.
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