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Richarlison is short of consistency at Tottenham this season.
Injuries to Dominic Solanke and Randal Kolo Muani have given him a rare run in Thomas Frank’s starting XI.
With Muani fit again, Richarlison has been consigned to the bench and has struggled to take his chances.
Against FC Copenhagen he missed a penalty that Dane Scarlett later won for his side.
Competition for places remains fierce at Spurs, who registered 0.1 xG in the loss to Chelsea.
Rumbling links to Ivan Toney and Dusan Vlahovic have emerged as possible upgrades to the attack.
Tottenham have money to spend, so Richarlison must maximise his minutes to safeguard his future at the club and his Brazil World Cup hopes.
With the World Cup looming next summer, form matters more than sentiment in the stands.
Tottenham’s schedule remains demanding, with a Saturday 12.30pm clash against Manchester United on the horizon.
Fans will be watching whether rotation helps or hinders the team’s progress as the season heats up.
TLDR
- Richarlison must seize minutes as Spurs manage rotation and competition for goals.
- Their attack has been blunt, posting tiny xG in recent outings.
- With transfer funds and a World Cup on the horizon, his form matters for club and country.
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