"UAE Transfer Surge!" Abandoned Richarlison Heads to Former Mentor... Clash with Manager → Excluded from EPL Squad → Al-Ahli in Contact "Negotiations Underway"

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Richarlison (29), classified as outside Tottenham's plans, may be heading to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

British outlet 'TeamTalk' reported exclusively on the 16th (Korean time) that Shabab Al-Ahli of the UAE Pro League is pursuing Richarlison's signing.

According to media reports, Al-Ahli already conveyed its interest in acquiring Richarlison several weeks ago and continues to maintain strong interest. While most transfer markets worldwide have closed, the UAE Pro League will accept player registrations until the 28th.

The decisive factor drawing Richarlison toward Dubai is the presence of Al-Ahli manager Andre Jardine. As head coach of Brazil's U-23 national team at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Jardine led the squad to a gold medal. During that tournament, Richarlison delivered standout performances, including a hat-trick in the group stage opener, and finished as the tournament's top scorer.

The media stated, "A reunion with his former mentor is the most attractive option for Richarlison, who must maintain match fitness before the January winter transfer window."

Richarlison endured a turbulent summer transfer market. After rejecting a return to his former club Everton, Tottenham excluded him from its English Premier League (EPL) matchday squad. A move to Turkey's Trabzonspor also failed to materialize.

Richarlison even turned down an offer from Brazil's Vasco da Gama. Tottenham and Vasco da Gama had reached an agreement on a transfer fee of 15 million pounds (approximately 27.5 billion won). However, Richarlison insisted on a short-term contract, prompting the Brazilian club to express reluctance, ultimately causing negotiations to collapse.

Currently, Richarlison's side is demanding release and considering legal action against the club. The media reported, "Richarlison cites the case of Brazilian teammate Hernani Lodi, who was released immediately after being dropped from Al-Hilal's squad. In contrast, Tottenham maintains it holds an option to extend his contract until 2028, arguing there is no legal basis for release."

It further explained, "Amidst the conflict between both parties, intermediaries are coordinating a move to Dubai. The key issue is the contract structure. Discussions are underway regarding either a short-term deal or including a buyout clause allowing him to join another club in the January transfer window next year."

Tottenham remains deeply disappointed with Richarlison's attitude. Ahead of the Carabao Cup match against Liverpool, Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi drew a clear line: "Richarlison's situation has not changed. His exclusion from the matchday squad is due to a dispute between the player and the club." He added, "I have tried to persuade him multiple times to stay, but he did not want to. I cannot pray every day for him to remain," criticizing the player's stance.

In response, Richarlison expressed his displeasure by posting a crying emoji on his social media (SNS).

The media noted, "A move to Al-Ahli represents the best escape route for both the player and the club. Under his mentor, Richarlison can secure playing time and gain flexibility regarding his future path. Meanwhile, Tottenham has seized an opportunity to resolve the situation early rather than keeping a problematic player on the bench until January."

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