Jack Wilshere doesn’t believe Tottenham star Richarlison makes the Arsenal starting XI
Jack Wilshere doesn’t believe Tottenham Hotspur’s new summer signing Richarlison will get into the starting XI of the current Arsenal side.
Speaking on talkSPORT via The Sun, the former Gunner believes it’s a good signing but claims he isn’t “gutted”. And the 30-year-old claims the Brazilian striker could take his game to the next level under Antonio Conte.
“I wouldn’t say I’m devastated as an Arsenal fan but he could be one to watch, he could be really good.”
Wilshere goes on to say that Richarlison wouldn’t make it into the first team Arsenal and believes the Brazilian would have to fight for a place in Mikel Arteta’s side.
“Yeah but I don’t think he gets in the XI.
“He’d definitely challenge for it and be a good part of the squad but I don’t think he gets in the XI.”
The aggressive Brazilian is going to strengthen the squad and offer our Italian manager versatility. But most importantly, the 25-year-old is someone who can play down the middle in the absence of Harry Kane.
Fans might say there hasn’t been a combative character in the Tottenham front line since the departure of Erik Lamela. The tenacity Richarlison has shown in his time in the Premier League is a good sign for Spurs.
Richarlison will fight for a place at Spurs
Richarlison is a player who will certainly challenge for a spot in Spurs’ XI as well. There aren’t any guarantees for the Brazilian as forwards Kane an
d Son Heung-min are the side’s two best players.
