Everton only want cash for Richarlison if blockbuster sale takes place this summer
Farhad Moshiri only wants straight cash if Everton are to part ways with Richarlison this summer, according to Paul Brown.
The Daily Star journalist has reported that with Spurs interested, the Toffees are only interested in money rather than a deal that involves swapping players.
The Telegraph had reported that Spurs were prepared to offer Lucas Moura and Harry Winks in any deal for Richarlison, although that now appears unlikely.
Speaking to GIVE ME SPORT on Friday evening [17 June], Brown shared what Moshiri has decided to do with any potential bids for Richarlison.
“My understanding is that from Everton’s point of view, they would rather keep the two things separate and that any deal for Richarlison would be just for money,” he said.
“That might change.”
Impossible.
It is not just hard to directly replace someone like Richarlison, it is nearly impossible.
The Brazilian is not only a brilliant attacker, but he is probably one of the most passionate players seen at Goodison Park in years, and not all flair players would perform as he does consistently.
Moura certainly would not, with his career at Spurs packed with inconsistency.
Everton need someone who would come in and start firing on all cylinders every single week if Richarlison was to leave, not just another option who would perform when they feel like it.
Getting more than £50million is certainly something that is on the cards, and Spurs would no doubt try and push that price as close to zero with players such as Moura and Winks.
Given our Financial Fair Play constraints, straight cash is the only thing that helps us right now – even if we need to reinvest that immediately, at least it gives us the option.
In other Everton news, a Sky Sports journalist has said the Blues should complete their first signing by the end of this week.
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