Richarlison has only just returned from injury and gave the Spurs the lead on Sunday. Still, the Brazilian was subbed off for Spurs early in the second-half, a decision to have been met by a smattering of boos from the home support. After the game, Postecoglou confirmed the decision was made due to a groin injury.
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has revealed why he substituted striker Richarlison during Sunday’s 2-1 defeat to Leicester. Spurs lost their fourth consecutive Premier League game on Sunday to pile further pressure on Postecoglou.
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The problems are mounting after a fourth straight Premier League defeat. We are entering a defining period for Postecoglou
However, Richarlison has made it clear that he intends to remain at Spurs and fight for his place in the first team. Richarlison, who joined Tottenham for £60 million, has faced significant challenges since his arrival.
Tottenham are prepared to take a "huge loss" on the sale of Richarlison and could move him on before the January window closes.
Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison sends a six-word response to a fan who reminded him that they're 15th in the Premier League table.
Tottenham are lining up a move for ex-Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag as they warn Ange Postecoglou that his job is ‘in danger’, according to reports.
Tottenham Hotspur’s Premier League campaign has reached new lows, with the team languishing in 15th place. While Ange Postecoglou shoulders some responsibility for their dismal performances, the mounting injury crisis within the squad has also significantly contributed to their struggles.
LONDON – Ange Postecoglou admitted he does not know if he will avoid the sack after Tottenham Hotspur hit a new “low” with a dismal 2-1 home defeat by struggling Leicester City on Jan 26. Postecoglou’s side crashed to a sixth defeat from their last seven English Premier League matches to increase the pressure on the under-fire Australian.
Spurs slumped to a fourth straight Premier League loss as strugglers Leicester fought back from a goal down to claim their first win in nine games at a mutinous Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.