Tottenham Hotspur and their forward Richarlison are reportedly in a dispute over the remaining nine months of his contract. The Brazil international is understood to be exploring his options and is keen to be released from the remainder of his deal without a transfer fee.
Talks between the club and Richarlison's representatives are ongoing to find a resolution, but the matter has escalated in recent days. While the player is eager to reach an agreement that would allow him to leave the club for free, Tottenham is not considering that option as realistic. Complicating the situation, Spurs hold a 12-month option to extend Richarlison's contract until the end of next season.
The attacker has been left out of the club's Premier League squad following a deadline-day move to Everton that collapsed. Richarlison failed to agree personal terms with Everton, a club that was set to earn £35 million from the transfer.
Brazilian side Vasco da Gama has expressed interest in signing Richarlison, with the forward reportedly keen on a return to his homeland.