Richarlison's move to Vasco da Gama falls through

What the report says

Tottenham forward Richarlison’s proposed transfer to Vasco da Gama has collapsed, according to BBC Sport Football, adding another twist to the Brazilian’s uncertain future. The report says Tottenham and Vasco had been understood to have agreed a fee for the 29-year-old, but difficulties over personal terms stopped the deal from progressing.

BBC Sport says the Brazil transfer window closes on Friday night, and there is now a growing expectation that Richarlison will remain at Spurs. The forward has already been left out of Tottenham’s Premier League squad after an earlier deadline-day move back to Everton fell apart because of a disagreement over personal terms. The article also notes that BBC Sport reported on Thursday that Richarlison and Tottenham were in a dispute over the remaining nine months of his contract.

Tottenham boss Roberto de Zerbi declined to give a clear update on Friday, saying it was not his role to do so. The report says Richarlison is exploring his options and is believed to want to be released from the rest of his deal, which runs until next summer, although Spurs can also activate a one-year extension. The situation matters because it leaves Tottenham with an unsettled squad decision and adds uncertainty over whether Richarlison will play a role at the club this season.