Tottenham pursue Paulo Dybala on free transfer to replace Richarlison
Tottenham Hotspur are pursuing a summer move for AS Roma forward Paulo Dybala as manager Roberto De Zerbi prepares to overhaul his squad.
The north London club require just one point from their final two games to secure their Premier League status.
Ensuring top-flight survival will allow the Italian head coach to begin shaping the team in his own image.
Sky Sports report that the Argentine World Cup winner is ready to embrace a new challenge in England upon the expiry of his current contract this summer.
A long-awaited arrival
Spurs previously agreed a £64.4m deal for the 32-year-old in August 2019 during his time at Juventus.
That historic transfer collapsed at the final hurdle due to complex complications regarding the player’s image rights.
The versatile attacker remained in Turin until 2022 before joining Roma, where he has continued to showcase elite technical qualities.
Available on a free transfer, the experienced playmaker represents a highly attractive proposition for a side operating without European football revenues next season.
End of the road for Richarlison
The potential arrival of the former Juventus star casts severe doubt on Richarlison’s long-term future in the capital.
The Brazilian striker has frequently found himself relegated to the substitutes bench since De Zerbi took charge last month.
This reduced role has persisted despite a heavy injury crisis sidelining key attacking figures including Dominic Solanke and James Maddison.
Offloading the out-of-favour frontman would make room for a proven leader possessing top-level experience to guide a transitioning dressing room.