Tottenham Hotspur have excluded Richarlison from their Premier League roster for the 2026-27 season.
The decision was conveyed to the 29-year-old prior to the transfer deadline, indicating that he is not in head coach Roberto De Zerbi’s plans, providing him a chance to seek a new club.
Although the Premier League transfer window closed on Tuesday with Richarlison still at Spurs, he could potentially move to a league where the window remains open.
Türkiye is still an option for the forward, as their transfer window continues until September 4.
However, as of Thursday, Tottenham has reported no offers for Richarlison.
De Zerbi publicly stated last weekend that the former Everton forward indicated a desire to leave Tottenham.
“Richarlison, I don’t know. He has said multiple times he wants to leave,” De Zerbi noted after Saturday’s 2-0 loss to Newcastle United, a match for which Richarlison was not included in the squad.
Since joining Tottenham from Everton in 2022, Richarlison scored 11 Premier League goals last season, matching his best league performance since moving to north London.
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In a recent social media post, the 29-year-old called for “respect” in light of ongoing speculation.
“I’ve consistently clarified that my departure would only happen if it benefitted the club. If it didn’t, I would never agree,” he remarked on Instagram. “I remained committed even during tough times when they required my support.”
“I hope for the same level of respect concerning my situation that I’ve always extended to Spurs and those who have worked with me throughout this time. Please don’t make decisions for me.”
Spurs have brought in Mykhailo Mudryk on loan, and Tosin Adarabioyo permanently from Chelsea on deadline day, part of a transfer window that also saw the arrivals of Sandro Tonali, Sávio, Mateus Fernandes, and Omar Marmoush.
Report contributed by ESPN’s James Olley.