Tottenham Set for January Shake-Up as Richarlison Faces Uncertain Future
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly preparing for another round of squad adjustments when the January transfer window opens, signaling that their ongoing rebuild is far from over.
After a busy summer that saw eight new players arrive, the North London club is still fine-tuning its roster to fully reflect Thomas Frank’s vision for the team.
The summer signings brought a wave of optimism as Spurs aimed to turn the page on the previous era and reshape their identity.
Among the new arrivals, Mohammed Kudus has quickly stood out as one of the brightest additions, cementing his place in the starting lineup within just a handful of games.
His energy, creativity, and directness have already made him a fan favorite and a crucial piece in Frank’s tactical setup. The manager is reportedly pleased with how the squad is taking shape, but with so many fresh faces, natural departures are expected in the coming window.
One player whose future continues to hang in the balance is Richarlison. Despite starting the season well, speculation around his long-term role at the club refuses to fade.
According to recent reports, Crystal Palace are considering a surprise move for the Brazilian forward, while his boyhood club Fluminense are also exploring the possibility of bringing him back to Brazil. Tottenham are believed to value him at around £20-25 million a steep drop from the £60 million deal that saw him join from Everton in 2022.
Richarlison’s numbers this season tell a mixed story. He has scored three goals, recording an expected goals (xG) of 1.68, with a conversion rate of 20% and averaging a goal every 151 minutes.
His involvement in play remains limited, with around 22 touches per game and a duel success rate of 45%. While these stats suggest he’s made some contributions, they fall short of the impact Tottenham expected when they signed him as a marquee attacking option.
Former Tottenham scout Bryan King, speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, urged the club to capitalize on any genuine interest in Richarlison. “Without doubt, they should be doing business with Palace,” King said. “If anybody offers that kind of money, I’d bite their hands off if I were Spurs.
They need to take whatever they can get because he hasn’t exactly set the world alight since joining Tottenham, no matter who the manager has been. I’d honestly be surprised if another Premier League club bought him.”
This blunt assessment reflects what many within and outside the club have quietly acknowledged: Richarlison’s Tottenham career hasn’t gone as planned.
Despite flashes of his undeniable talent, he has struggled for consistency and confidence. Injuries, form dips, and tactical changes have all played a part, but ultimately, he hasn’t justified the significant investment made in him.
There were earlier rumors suggesting that Spurs might offer him a contract extension at the end of the season. However, that now appears increasingly unlikely given his fluctuating form and the club’s changing transfer priorities.
With his current deal set to expire in the summer of 2026, Tottenham face a tough decision either find a buyer soon or risk seeing his market value decline even further.
From a financial standpoint, Spurs seem destined to take a loss on the Brazilian, regardless of how things unfold. Rather than clinging to his original price tag, lowering their valuation might be the smartest route to facilitate a move. Selling him this winter could free up both funds and space in the squad for new arrivals better suited to Thomas Frank’s long-term vision.
Tottenham’s transfer activity underlines their commitment to building a dynamic, modern team capable of challenging on multiple fronts.
The club’s willingness to make tough decisions, even involving high-profile players like Richarlison, suggests a more pragmatic and forward-looking approach. If Palace or Fluminense do come forward with a serious offer, Tottenham are expected to listen and perhaps finally close a chapter that hasn’t lived up to expectations.
For fans, the next few months promise more movement, speculation, and potentially another exciting addition or two. As the January window approaches, Tottenham supporters will be eager to see whether Richarlison’s future lies away from North London and what surprises Thomas Frank and the recruitment team have in store as they continue shaping the new era at Spurs.
