Tottenham Afternoon Round-Up, Saturday 17th October 2026: Richarlison Speaks Out on De Zerbi Fallout as Bergvall Interest Emerges

The biggest talking point this afternoon surrounds Richarlison and his strained relationship with Roberto De Zerbi. Football.London reports the striker has been pushed out of the first-team picture and left to play for the under-21s following a failed summer exit, and that he now risks the club's anger after commenting publicly on an alleged 'fight' with his manager (Football.London). Spurs Web adds that Richarlison has sent a pointed message aimed at De Zerbi, appearing to agree with criticism of how he has been treated with the words 'You are right' (Spurs Web).

De Zerbi is also facing scrutiny elsewhere, with Duncan Ferguson reportedly branding two of his calls this season 'bad bad decisions', including the much-discussed choice to take the squad to a training camp in Marbella, which was described as 'ridiculous' (Spurs Web). Meanwhile, Spurs Web suggests the Italian may already have a solution to his side's issues in a player capable of helping things 'connect everything', though that man has yet to start a game under him this season (Spurs Web).

On the transfer front, Spurs Web reports Barcelona are plotting a move for Lucas Bergvall, with his contract said to contain a release clause despite his having only recently signed fresh terms (Spurs Web). There's also reported interest in a reunion with Will Lankshear, who has impressed on loan at Middlesbrough, though Spurs Web notes Tottenham lack the clause needed to make a return straightforward (Spurs Web). Elsewhere, Spurs Web reports Manchester United are considering a bid for Troy Parrott, who could prompt some regret at Tottenham given his valuation (Spurs Web).

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