Carlo Ancelotti previously made some intriguing comments about Everton forward Richarlison, who is reportedly keen on joining Chelsea this summer.
It’s been reported Richarlison would like to join either Chelsea, Real Madrid or Paris Saint-Germain ahead of the new season.
In addition, the 25-year-old would cost around £65million to sign from Everton in this summer transfer window.
He’s been a real talisman in recent years for the Merseyside club, but it looks like he’s ready to make the next step in his club career to a bigger team.
Ancelotti praise as Richarlison keen on Chelsea
Real Madrid boss Ancelotti, who previously managed both Everton and Chelsea, is the perfect point of reference on this situation.
Richarlison worked for 18 months as a player at Everton under 62-year-old coach Ancelotti, who is regarded as one of the best managers of all time.
The Brazil forward was a regular starter during the Italian manager’s reign. He scored 20 goals in just 59 appearances under him, too.
Ancelotti’s comments on Richarlison from March last year really highlights how highly he rates him.
“Richarlison is a modern striker, a complete striker, because he works really hard,” he said.
“I think he can be one of the top strikers in Europe. I’m sure he can because he has all these kind of qualities and he doesn’t have a specific position on the pitch. He is really complete.”
It’s interesting to hear a reunion with Ancelotti at the Bernabeu is one that would interest Richarlison. Chelsea are mentioned as another potential destination for him outside of the Champions League holders Madrid, though.
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