Trabzonspor have reopened talks with Tottenham over a permanent move for Richarlison in January after a summer deal fell through and the Brazilian striker slipped further down the pecking order at Spurs.
According to Turkish outlet 61saat, Trabzonspor are reviving their bid as part of plans to strengthen their attack in the winter transfer window. The club came close to making a move for Richarlison in the final days of the summer window.
The transfer fee was the main stumbling block. According to the report, Tottenham turned down two Trabzonspor bids worth £15 million and £20 million, while Everton’s attempt to bring back their former striker also fell through before the English window closed.
Tottenham’s stance has since changed. Spurs are now reportedly asking for around €15 million, while Trabzonspor hope to negotiate a lower fee with Richarlison’s contract due to expire in June 2027.
Richarlison has played just 68 minutes in a single Premier League appearance this season. After falling out of Roberto De Zerbi’s plans, he was left out of Tottenham’s Premier League squad and later featured for the under-21s.
His slide down the pecking order follows a season in which he finished as Tottenham’s top scorer in all competitions. The 29-year-old, who joined Spurs from Everton in the summer of 2022, is now looking for a club where he can start regularly.
Trabzonspor are looking to bolster their attack after Paul Onuachu fell short of the club’s expectations, although they are pleased with Franculino Djú’s performances. If negotiations succeed, Richarlison could line up alongside Mohamed Salah.
The Brazilian wants regular playing time, while Trabzonspor are pushing for a lower fee. Those two factors will shape the outcome of their second attempt after Tottenham’s asking price scuppered a summer deal.
