Tottenham confirms Richarlison signing
Tottenham Hotspurs have announced the signing of Brazil international Richarlison from Everton.
Tottenham hotspurs have confirmed the signing of Brazilian Richarlison on a permanent deal from Everton ahead of the new season.
The forward signed a five year deal with the London club thought to be in the region of £50 million plus £10m in add-ons.
Tottenham official statement read: “We are delighted to announce the signing of Richarlison from Everton, subject to a work permit.
“The Brazilian international has signed a contract with us until 2027.”
The 25-years-old has made 173 Premier League appearances to date, scoring 48 goals, during spells at Watford and Everton since making the switch from Fluminense in August, 2017.
He joined Fluminense in January, 2016, scoring 11 goals in 46 appearances and was named in the Campeonato Carioca Team of the Year after helping his side reach the final of the competition in his second season.
In August, 2017, Richarlison made the switch to Watford and in his first season featured in every one of their 38 Premier League fixtures, earning himself a move to Everton where he marked his debut with a brace in a 2-2 draw against Wolves.
The forward will have his eyes firmly fixed on a place in Brazil’s squad for this year’s World Cup.
Since making his debut for Brazil in September 2018, he has gone on to score 14 goals in 36 appearances.