Richarlison, Raphinha, Eriksen: Who will Tottenham sign during make-or-break transfer window
The summer transfer window is supposedly going to transform Antonio Conte’s Tottenham side from top-four chasers to trophy contenders. So, who exactly have they been linked with?
Antonio Conte is not the type of manager who is happy battling for Champions League qualification on an annual basis.
The Italian manager expressed his frustrations on a number of occasions with the club's transfer policy last season, and it appears this summer is make or break for the club if they are to keep Conte for the foreseeable future.
While it's a positive start, the duo certainly won't thrust the club into trophy contention. With that in mind, who are Tottenham being linked with, and how close are they to getting major deals over the line?
Richarlison
Spurs are keen on signing Richarlison from Everton this summer, according to @David_Ornstein pic.twitter.com/VLX8Z1sDRy
— B/R Football (@brfootball) June 11, 2022
In recent times, Richarlison has made more headlines for his antics rather than his football. However, that doesn't change the fact that the Brazilian is a highly-sought after striker, especially with Everton looking to make a host of changes before the new season.
One team linked with the 25-year-old are Tottenham, and it's easy to see why. Conte has proved he can turn players with potential into goalscoring machines - just look at Romelu Lukaku's spell at Inter.
Signing Richarlison would also allow Conte to beef up his attacking options, following in the footsteps of Manchester City and Liverpool who have also strengthened up front.
Gabriel Jesus
According to a recent report by The Times, Arsenal have already made a bid for the 25-year-old forward. What's more, the fact Jesus has already worked with Mikel Arteta - during the Spaniard's time as an assistant at City - could give the Gunners an edge.
Yves Bissouma
🚨. Yves Bissouma has completed a medical at Tottenham ahead of his transfer from Brighton ✅pic.twitter.com/0rZaurpXqm
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) June 16, 2022
Christian Eriksen
The biggest transfer story to come out of Brentford this season involves the future destination of Christian Eriksen.
Raphinha
Raphinha's 2021/22 Premier League season by numbers:
— Squawka (@Squawka) June 14, 2022
35 games
88 shots
65 chances created
62 take-ons completed
25 shots on target
11 goals
3 assists
A great campaign. 💪 pic.twitter.com/hcGDPJUYlU
Just a few weeks ago, a move to FC Barcelona looked nailed on. However, with the Catalan club in financial dire straits, they won't be able to get the deal over the line unless there are some serious outgoings.
The door has subsequently opened for Premier League clubs, with Tottenham one of the leading contenders for Raphinha's signature.
Pau Torres
Alessandro Bastoni
Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni plays down link to Tottenham 🗞️pic.twitter.com/JU33d02cHA
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) June 8, 2022
Inter Milan centre-back Alessandro Bastoni was part of Antonio Conte's Serie A-winning team in 2020/21.
However, while Spurs have shown interest in the player, they're not exactly throwing the kitchen sink at the transfer.