Richarlison under pressure as Spurs search for edge up front
Time is running out for Richarlison.
Injuries to Solanke and Kolo Muani gave him a steady run in Frank’s starting XI.
However, he has just one goal since the season opener.
With Kolo Muani fit again, Richarlison has been forced back to the bench.
Against FC Copenhagen in midweek he failed to impress, missing a penalty.
Dane Scarlett won the penalty.
Competition at Spurs is fierce and every minute matters.
Ivan Toney, who Frank coached at Brentford, and Dusan Vlahovic are linked with moves.
Tottenham have money to spend this window.
Richarlison must use his minutes to stay in Ancelotti’s Brazil squad with the World Cup looming.
The World Cup adds urgency ahead of the January window.
Tottenham v Manchester United, Saturday 12:30 pm GMT.
Everton v Fulham, Saturday 3 pm.
West Ham v Burnley, Saturday 3 pm.
Sunderland v Arsenal, Saturday 5:30 pm.
TLDR
- Richarlison’s place in Spurs’ starting XI is under threat as Kolo Muani returns to fitness.
- A drought in front of goal and a missed midweek penalty heighten pressure ahead of key fixtures.
- Links to Toney and Vlahovic suggest Spurs could pursue reinforcements in January.
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