Tottenham's Transfer Window Drama: Sarr, Moore, and Richarlison
Tottenham’s late-window clear-out gathered pace on Monday, with a string of exits lined up and one familiar name edging towards a dramatic return to Goodison Park.
Sarr set for Juventus with big-money option
Standard Sport understands Spurs have agreed a deal with Juventus for Pape Matar Sarr to move on loan, with the Italian club holding a £25.7million option to buy at the end of the season.
For Tottenham, it is a significant decision. Sarr has long been viewed as one of the more promising young midfielders in the squad, but the club have chosen flexibility and funds over potential, handing Juve the chance to turn the move permanent if he convinces in Turin.
The move also neatly answers the wishes of the player. Roberto De Zerbi revealed at the weekend that Sarr had made it clear he wanted out, even as he nursed a minor injury and edged back towards full training.
Moore to Koln, Souza to Porto as Spurs reshape
Sarr is not the only one heading for the exit. Tottenham have approved Mikey Moore’s loan switch to Bundesliga side Koln, with the deal now set to be finalised. For the highly rated youngster, it is a serious test in a demanding league, and a chance to accelerate his development away from the glare of north London.
At left-back, Souza is on his way to Porto on loan until the end of the season. That move trims De Zerbi’s options in defence but fits the broader pattern of Spurs clearing space and wages while younger players gain experience abroad.
The outgoings underline a ruthless streak. De Zerbi is reshaping the squad at speed, and those on the fringes are being moved on rather than left to drift.
De Zerbi’s stance: want out, bring a deal
De Zerbi did not hide behind platitudes when asked about the unsettled mood in his squad. He confirmed that Richarlison, Sarr and Kevin Danso had all asked to leave.
“He said too many times [that] he wants to leave,” the Italian said of Richarlison. “Danso came to me two days ago, and he said he wants to leave, and Pape Sarr, the same, but he suffer[ed] a small injury, but he is almost ready to train.”
The message that followed was blunt. Affection, yes. Indulgence, no.
“I love these players, they are great guys, I have very good relationships, but if they want to leave, they have to bring the solution, the economic solution, to the club, and they can go, and we find other players.”
In other words: no cut‑price exits, no sentiment. Bring a proper offer, and the door opens.
Richarlison and Everton circle each other again
That stance is being tested by Everton, who are working on a deal to bring Richarlison back to Merseyside in a separate agreement from the Ndiaye talks. The Brazilian’s time at Spurs has never fully caught fire, and his repeated request to leave has now dragged his future to the front of the window drama.
For Everton, it would be a reunion loaded with emotion and risk. For Spurs, it could be the clean break both club and player need.
Attack still a priority as deadline looms
Even as players stream out, Tottenham are not done. The club are pushing to bring in another attacker before the deadline and remain in talks with Everton over a move for Iliman Ndiaye.
The equation is clear. Those who want to go can go, as long as the numbers add up. De Zerbi, in turn, gets the chance to rebuild a dressing room in his own image.
With Sarr bound for Juventus, Moore for Koln and Souza for Porto, and Richarlison’s future hanging in the balance, Tottenham’s season is being reshaped in real time. The only question now is what the squad will look like when the window finally slams shut.
