Tottenham pushing for £51.25m Richarlison transfer as Antonio Conte targets Everton star in summer revamp

TOTTENHAM are pushing to complete a deal for Everton forward Richarlison.

The Brazilian showed his class as he helped keep Frank Lampard's side in the Premier League last season.

He ended up on 10 goals and five assists for the season, whilst establishing himself as a regular for his country.

An impressive 14 goals in 36 caps has boosted his confidence, bringing some form when his club needed it the most in their battle against relegation.

However, it has been reported that the 25-year-old has already informed his manager that he plans to leave Goodison Park this summer.

And he could be Tottenham bound with SunSport understanding Antonio Conte's side are in the hunt for his services.

Reports have suggested a deal could be struck around £51.25million.

The news comes after London rivals Arsenal put themselves near the top of the list for signing the Brazil international.

However, Conte's side pipping Mikel Arteta to a top four place could sway Richarlison's thinking, with the prospect of playing Champions League football on offer at Spurs.

Tottenham appear to have given the greenlight to backing their Italian manager in what looks set to be a busy transfer window.

The club have been looking at other striking options, with them inquiring into Roma's Roger Ibanez.

They are also reported to be the favourites to secure the services of Djed Spence, the Middlesbrough man who spent last season on loan at Nottingham Forest.