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Richarlison put in place by brutal Antonio Conte as ex-boss makes feelings clear on Tottenham

Richarlison joined Tottenham Hotspur in 2022 when Antonio Conte was the club's manager, with the Italian giving his verdict on the club

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 9:50 AM
Richarlison put in place by brutal Antonio Conte as ex-boss makes feelings clear on Tottenham
Key Things to Know
  • Antonio Conte described Richarlison and other past Tottenham Hotspur signings as "run of the mill" in a recent interview.
  • Richarlison was left out of Tottenham's 25-man Premier League squad following the summer transfer window.
  • The Brazilian forward cannot play in the Premier League until January at the earliest unless reinstated to the official squad list.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte criticized several past signings, including forward Richarlison, describing them as "run of the mill" in an interview with The Athletic. Conte, who managed Spurs for 16 months before leaving in 2023, expressed his frustration with the club's culture and reputation during his tenure.

The remarks arrive amid uncertainty surrounding Richarlison's future in north London. The Brazilian forward was excluded from Tottenham's 25-man Premier League squad following the summer transfer window, leaving him ineligible to play in the league until January at the earliest.

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