The Brazilian international, who had previously been connected with Arsenal, is getting ready to transfer to north London for a significant sum of money.
Richarlison, a forward for Brazil, is scheduled to get a physical, and GOAL can reveal that Tottenham is very close to signing him from Everton.
At one point, it seemed as though the 25-year-old might be joining Arsenal in north London, but instead, the Gunners are focusing on other Samba talents like Gabriel Jesus and Raphinha.
Due to the acquisitions of Fraser Forster and Yves Bissouma, Antonio Conte now has room in his squad for another player with a track record of success in the Premier League.
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What transfer fee are Tottenham paying for Richarlison?
It is believed that Spurs will spend an initial £50 million ($61 million) fee to finalize a deal for Richarlison.
A deal negotiated with Premier League competitors includes the possibility of paying an additional £10 million ($12 million) in add-ons.
How long is Richarlison’s contract at Tottenham?
Reports suggest that the South American star will be committing to a five-year contract with Spurs through to the summer of 2027.
Personal terms have been agreed, with medical tests the last box to be ticked before the relevant paperwork can be completed.
Why are Spurs signing Richarlison?
The press. The finish. 👌@richarlison97 👏#EVECHE pic.twitter.com/H20ueCW3HQ
— Everton (@Everton) May 1, 2022
Tottenham already boast plenty of firepower in their ranks, with England captain Harry Kane very much a talismanic presence in the final third of the field.
They also have Son Heung-min on their books, with the South Korean forward claiming a share of the Premier League Golden Boot last season.
Sweden international Dejan Kulusevski impressed on the back of his loan move from Juventus in January, but questions have been asked of how long Lucas Moura and Steven Bergwijn will be sticking around.
Conte is eager to avoid leaving himself short of options in an important area of the field, with Richarlison being drafted in as another ready-made starter.
He has, having first arrived in English football at Watford in 2017, reached double figures when it comes to goals in each of the last four seasons.
Richarlison has registered 53 in total for Everton through 152 appearances and has shown that he can be a threat down the middle, out wide, on the floor and in the air.
