Turbulence at Tottenham: Richarlison Leads Exit-Seeking Trio Under De Zerbi

There’s a storm brewing at Tottenham. Roberto De Zerbi didn’t dodge it—he stepped right into it—confirming that Richarlison is one of three Spurs players who’ve asked to leave, alongside Kevin Danso and Pape Matar Sarr.

• De Zerbi: Richarlison, Danso and Sarr have requested exits
• Spurs beaten 2-0 by Newcastle after 3-0 loss at Brentford
• Club spends ~£300m; Gakpo move to Man City set to slip away

De Zerbi’s Stark Admission And A Dressing Room On Edge

Richarlison was left out entirely for the 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United after starting the 3-0 reverse at Brentford. Post‑match, De Zerbi laid it bare: these are players he says he loves, has “very good relationships” with—but if they want to go, they must bring an offer that suits the club. That’s a manager drawing a firm line in the sand.

Let’s be honest, this is a brutal moment for Spurs. You’re trying to reset the culture, the window’s ticking, and three lads are eyeing the door. For those keeping an eye on the market angles, our guide to best football betting sites is worth a look as this saga twists and turns.

Transfers, Mentality, And The Clock Ticking

Tottenham have splashed around £300m this summer after last season’s 17th-place finish, and they’re still chasing reinforcements before Tuesday’s deadline. But a major target appears to be slipping: Cody Gakpo—the Liverpool and Netherlands winger—who is widely reported to be closing on an £85m move to Manchester City.

De Zerbi’s message was clear: performances are patchy, but he’s got “big, big confidence” in the squad’s quality. The missing piece? Mentality. And here’s the kicker—you can’t buy that in the market. You can assemble names in one window and stumble, or click instantly. Spurs, right now, look like a side still hunting their balance.

He insists the project is sound, the plan is strong, and time will iron out the creases. But football rarely grants patience. With a trip to Nottingham Forest looming on Saturday 5 September, Tottenham need a response—on the pitch and in the boardroom. If exits are coming, the replacements must be decisive, hungry, and ready to shift the mood. Otherwise, this won’t just be a sticky patch; it’ll become the story of their season.

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