Tottenham and Brazil forward Richarlison are in dispute over the remaining nine months of his contract at the Premier League club.
Richarlison, whose proposed deadline-day move to Everton collapsed, is understood to be exploring his options, with sources indicating that the 29-year-old is keen to be released from the remainder of his deal.
Talks between Tottenham and the player’s representatives are ongoing as both sides seek a resolution, but the matter is believed to have escalated in recent days.
Richarlison wants an agreement that would allow him to leave Tottenham without a transfer fee, while Spurs do not consider that a realistic option.
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Tottenham are also unwilling to negotiate a settlement with the forward over the remainder of his contract.
The situation is further complicated by the club’s 12-month option to extend Richarlison’s contract until the end of next season.
Richarlison has been left out of Tottenham’s Premier League squad after his proposed move to Everton fell through on deadline day.
Spurs had been in line to receive £35m for the forward, but the transfer collapsed after Richarlison failed to agree personal terms with Everton.
The Brazilian is now facing an uncertain future at Tottenham as discussions over his contract continue.
Brazilian club Vasco da Gama are interested in signing Richarlison, with the forward understood to be keen on returning to his homeland.
However, Tottenham’s reluctance to release him from his contract could make an immediate departure difficult.
For now, Richarlison remains tied to Spurs while talks between the club and his representatives continue.
