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Richarlison Posts Cryptic 'Villain' Message as He Nears Everton Return
Richarlison’s post came as Tottenham and Everton reportedly advanced a deadline-day swap deal that could send Iliman Ndiaye to Spurs.
An agreement has been reached for 29-year-old Richarlison to return to Everton from Tottenham before the transfer deadline on Tuesday. The Brazilian forward originally joined Spurs from Merseyside four years ago.
Manager Roberto Zerbi explained the absences of Richarlison, Kevin Danso, and Pape Matar Sarr, saying, "He said too many times he wants to leave." Danso requested a transfer two days ago.
Following his squad exclusion, Richarlison posted on Instagram, "I am the villain of many poorly told stories." Teammate Xavi Simons was among the 40,000 people who liked the cryptic message.
Everton attacker Iliman Ndiaye is expected to complete a move to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as part of the swap. Both deals remain subject to personal terms and medicals, with optimism they will proceed.
After two consecutive Premier League defeats, Zerbi apologized to fans and discouraged "panic," insisting, "I know where we are going and what the plan is." He emphasized rebuilding team connections.