De Zerbi opts not to name Richarlison for League Cup tie at Liverpool
Roberto De Zerbi has turned down the chance to include Richarlison in Tottenham’s squad for Tuesday’s League Cup tie at Liverpool. Richarlison was left out of Spurs’ 25-man Premier League player list submitted earlier this month after being informed he is not part of the club’s first-team plans, but failed to secure a departure and is eligible to play in this cup competition.
Roberto De Zerbi has decided not to include Richarlison in Tottenham Hotspur's squad for their upcoming League Cup match against Liverpool. The decision comes after Richarlison expressed his desire to leave the club, despite previously being part of their first-team plans. The ex-Everton forward impressed with a strong goal-scoring record in their previous seven meetings against Liverpool, netting four goals in seven matches.
De Zerbi explained that he discussed the situation with Richarlison and proposed a contract extension, but the player declined. He emphasized that the relationship between the player and the club is the issue, and he cannot intervene further. This move adds another layer of complexity to an already challenging situation for Tottenham, De Zerbi, and Richarlison.
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