Tottenham has excluded Brazil forward Richarlison from its Premier League squad registration, signalling the 29-year-old's potential departure remains on the table despite his failed transfer to Vasco da Gama. The club confirmed it had not received a formal offer as of Thursday, but a move could still materialise to a league with an open transfer window. Richarlison has since returned to training with Tottenham following the English transfer deadline, though his future at the club remains uncertain.
Tottenham had informed Richarlison before the Premier League deadline that he was not part of manager Roberto De Zerbi's plans and was free to pursue other opportunities. The 29-year-old, who has one year remaining on his contract, had requested to leave the club. A proposed reunion with Everton fell through before the deadline, and an earlier bid from Turkish side Trabzonspor also failed to materialise. However, the Turkish transfer window remained open until 4 September, keeping a late move possible after the English deadline passed.
Which clubs remain interested in Richarlison?
Multiple clubs have continued to express interest in the Brazilian forward despite the collapse of his Vasco da Gama move. Several sides are monitoring his availability and could make an approach if the opportunity arises, though no concrete bids have yet materialised.
What is happening with Philippe Coutinho?
Former Brazil international Philippe Coutinho has agreed to join Santos on a short-term arrangement. The 34-year-old, who previously played for Liverpool and Aston Villa, has been a free agent since departing Vasco da Gama in February. Medical examinations have been scheduled before the contract is finalised, with the move framed as either a three-month deal or an arrangement running until the end of the season, depending on how negotiations conclude. The 34-year-old is using the period to decide whether he wishes to continue his playing career.
Which other players are attracting transfer interest?
Manchester United are closely monitoring Bournemouth left-back Adrien Truffert, the 24-year-old France international valued at £60 million. Liverpool have made an enquiry about Inter Milan's Aleksandar Stankovic, a 21-year-old Serbia midfielder, following their interest this summer. The Reds also remain keen on France winger Michael Olise, 24, though Bayern Munich would not sell him in January.
Crystal Palace have not abandoned their pursuit of Brest's 20-year-old French centre-back Raphael le Guen, whom they attempted to sign during the summer window. Lamine Camara, the 22-year-old Senegal midfielder, is focused on Monaco after his deadline-day move to Chelsea collapsed, though he has indicated that further opportunities may emerge.
Jadon Sancho, the 26-year-old former England winger, is not expected to join a new club imminently as he continues to evaluate his options following his departure from Manchester United in June. Lazio and Parma have joined Everton in expressing interest in former Argentina striker Mauro Icardi, 33, who became available after leaving Galatasaray in the summer. Malaga are considering a move for Anthony Martial, the 30-year-old former Manchester United and France forward, who is a free agent after leaving Mexican club Monterrey in June.
What happens next for these players?
Richarlison's immediate future will depend on whether a club operating in an open transfer window submits an offer before the relevant deadline closes. Coutinho is expected to undergo his medical tests before officially signing for Santos, with some reports suggesting he could make his debut against Flamengo in the coming weeks. The outcomes for other players monitored by Premier League and European clubs will likely become clearer as transfer windows in various leagues continue to operate.
Key Facts
- Richarlison has been excluded from Tottenham's Premier League squad but remains available to the club, with a move still possible to leagues with open windows
- Philippe Coutinho has agreed a short-term deal with Santos and is scheduled for medical examinations before finalising the contract
- Manchester United are monitoring Bournemouth's Adrien Truffert, valued at £60 million, while Liverpool continue to track Inter Milan's Aleksandar Stankovic
- Multiple clubs including Lazio, Parma and Everton are interested in free agent Mauro Icardi, while Malaga are considering Anthony Martial
