Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison has been subject to links with a move away from White Hart Lane as the Lilywhites look to bring in an understudy to Solanke following the frustrations with the former Everton star owing to his consistent injury concerns complemented by his struggles to find his feet since moving to North London.

Richy came through the doors at White Hart Lane as a marquee signing for a marquee price, and many expected him to take over the goalscoring baton from Harry Kane; however, he wasn’t able to replicate his Goodison antics at Hotspur Way. He has only netted 15 goals in 69 appearances donning the Spurs badge since his move in 2022.

Tottenham linked to Delap as Richarlison replacement

The chiefs at N17 are looking for a change as they look to integrate someone who can not only second but also compete with Dominic Solanke for that number nine role, and ex-Spurs scout Bryan King suggests that Tottenham can replace the former Watford ace with Pswich Town striker Liam Delap in the upcoming winter window.

The North Londoners have expressed interest in signing the Manchester City academy graduate as they look for a potential January move, per CaughtOffside, with the newly promoted Premier League side set to demand more than £30 million for the 21-year-old.

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And King, in an exclusive interview with Tottenham News, suggests that the only way for Tottenham to make a move for Delap is to sell Richarlison in January. He said:

“Spurs might be interested, but I can’t see that happening till the summer. Unless Richarlison is to leave in January. I’m not a great believer in him. If Spurs have got something lined up in the January window, then they would certainly be looking for another forward.

“Therefore a young one who has scored goals in the Premier League would be a perfect option.”

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Delap could be an exciting arrival at White Hart Lane, given his poaching abilities and similar attributes to Tottenham icon Harry Kane. He also fits into Spurs newly adapted strategy of bringing in high-potential young players, and Levy could pay hefty fees this winter to acquire another starboy.