Richarlison Disappoints. Play Him During the Transfer Window Period — You’ll See Prime R9. Mathys Tel Looks Lightweight in Attack. Should Try Him on the Wings. Kolo Muani Still Haunted by His Miss. Why Not Give Dane Scarlett a Proper Harry Kane Run?

 

Tottenham Hotspur’s attacking options continue to stir up debates among fans, pundits, and even rival supporters. Every forward in the modern game seems to be under constant scrutiny, and for Spurs fans, that conversation often circles back to Richarlison. Once again, the Brazilian finds himself in the spotlight — not for the right reasons.

Richarlison’s form has been inconsistent, to say the least. On his day, he looks capable of delivering that ferocious, all-action performance that reminds fans of the great Ronaldo Nazário, known worldwide as “R9.” But the frustrating part for Tottenham supporters is that those days are rare. The Brazilian shines during international duty or flashes brilliance during transfer window speculation — almost as if he thrives on external pressure and noise. His technical ability, pace, and physicality are undeniable, yet his decision-making and finishing have left many fans disappointed.

Perhaps, the line “Play him during the transfer window period — you’ll see prime R9” sums up Richarlison’s story perfectly. When the spotlight is on and rumors swirl around, he suddenly transforms into a relentless forward who presses with intensity, takes on defenders with confidence, and finds the net with flair. But once the dust settles, the spark fades. Tottenham need the version of Richarlison who plays like he’s auditioning for a new contract — every single week.

Then there’s Mathys Tel, a player with promise but currently struggling to impose himself physically in the attack. The young Frenchman is quick, agile, and tactically intelligent, but against strong Premier League defenses, he can appear lightweight. Perhaps his best role isn’t through the middle but rather on the wings, where he can use his pace and direct dribbling to create space and deliver from wide areas. Tel’s potential is unquestionable, yet adapting to English football’s physical demands might require time — and a positional adjustment could help accelerate that process.

Meanwhile, Randal Kolo Muani continues to frustrate. His performance against Copenhagen highlighted what many have been saying since the 2022 World Cup final: that missed opportunity against Argentina still haunts him. Once again, he found himself in a golden position, and once again, he couldn’t convert. Confidence is a fragile thing for strikers, and Muani’s body language suggests he’s still carrying the psychological burden of that infamous miss. He’s talented, hardworking, and versatile — but the composure needed in front of goal remains elusive.

And then there’s Dane Scarlett, the young English striker who many believe deserves a proper Harry Kane-type run in the team. Spurs fans have been clamoring for the club to give their academy talents a real shot — not just five-minute cameos. Scarlett possesses natural finishing instincts, good movement, and the hunger to prove himself. If Ange Postecoglou truly believes in building for the future, Scarlett should get meaningful minutes.

At a time when Tottenham are striving for consistency, the forward line remains both their strength and their question mark. Richarlison, Tel, Muani, and Scarlett all bring different qualities — but only one can lead the line with confidence. Maybe it’s time to give youth and hunger a chance over reputation.

Because who knows? If Richarlison can’t rediscover his “Prime R9” energy, perhaps Dane Scarlett could write a new chapter — a homegrown hero leading the charge for #COYS.