Tottenham striker Richarlison recently posted an interesting update on social media, which quickly grabbed the attention of Spurs fans.
The Brazilian forward, who recently returned from a knee injury, shared a picture of his compatriot Neymar, notably wearing a Tottenham shirt.
Richarlison, sidelined for nine games due to his injury, made his comeback as a late substitute in Spurs’ impressive 4-1 victory over West Ham. However, he wasn’t the only Brazilian to return from a spell on the sidelines.
Neymar in a Tottenham shirt?
Neymar, who had been out of action for a year following an ACL injury, also made his return to the pitch for his club, Al Hilal.
Excited by Neymar’s recovery, Richarlison took to Instagram to congratulate his Brazilian teammate, posting a heartfelt message expressing his joy at seeing Neymar back in action.
The 27-year-old forward shared that the football world was glad to see Neymar’s return after his long absence.
What sparked even more interest was the fact that the former Barcelona man with 105 goals & 76 assists, appeared in a Spurs jersey, causing quite a stir among Tottenham supporters. Though this could be seen as a playful gesture between two friends, it has certainly fuelled speculation and curiosity among fans.
Richarlison, who even has a tattoo of Neymar on his back, has never hidden his admiration for the 32-year-old football icon. The two share a close bond, and this public display of support only deepened their connection in the eyes of the fans.
(Photo via Instagram Stories/Richarlison)
Richarlison’s future at Tottenham uncertain: A link-up with Neymar in SPL on the cards?
Richarlison was previously linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League during the summer transfer window. As his contract with Tottenham runs until 2027, questions remain about his future.
Recent reports indicate that Spurs do intend to sell him in the coming transfer windows, with suggestions that they did not to rush his return from injury to avoid another setback which could hurt his valuation.
There is potential for a reunion with Neymar in Saudi Arabia, but Richarlison could also focus on establishing himself further in North London, especially with the recent arrival of Dominic Solanke.
For now, Spurs supporters will be closely watching how Richarlison’s season unfolds.