In a post-match interview following Tottenham’s 2-1 pre-season win against Chelsea in Sydney, manager Roberto De Zerbi discussed the future of Brazilian striker Richarlison. The match, which saw Tottenham finish with ten men after Kevin Danso was sent off shortly after his introduction, served as the backdrop for questions regarding Richarlison’s potential departure this summer.

De Zerbi described Richarlison as a "lovely guy" but admitted that the striker’s plans for the upcoming season are currently ambiguous. According to De Zerbi, communication with the player has been inconsistent, with Richarlison providing conflicting signals about whether he intends to remain with the team or seek a transfer. De Zerbi emphasized that further discussions are necessary to clarify the situation, stating, "I don’t know, I didn’t understand well, because sometimes he said to stay, sometimes he leaves."

The match itself was marked by the late winning goal from Richarlison and the disciplinary incident involving Danso, who received a red card minutes after entering the pitch as a substitute. While the victory provided a positive result for the squad, the uncertainty surrounding the striker's tenure remains a focal point for the club's management as the transfer window progresses.