Richarlison has recently found his stride at Tottenham, breaking a dry spell with a notable scoring streak – six goals in just six matches. His progress is evident, signaling a promising direction for his career. Yet, according to Terry Naylor on The Spurs Show, Richarlison can still polish his game.
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Naylor suggests that the player, currently engrossed in defensive duties, might benefit from a shift towards a more attack-focused role. He argues that Richarlison should “stay up there” in readiness for offensive opportunities, especially when his team transitions from defense to attack.
Naylor, analyzing the 26-year-old’s performance, acknowledges Richarlison’s physical strength, aerial prowess, and speed, essential attributes for a forward. He notes,
“He knows what he’s done, he knows the chances he’s missed and where he should’ve been running.”
Track back or track bad?
Naylor points out that although Richarlison is an ideal fit for the central forward position, his excessive defensive involvement might be counterproductive.
Richarlison’s tendency to track back and defend, an unusual trait for a striker, is both a testament to his work ethic and a potential hindrance to his attacking output. This defensive inclination has, in the past year, seemingly diluted his contributions to Tottenham’s offense.
However, he has recently managed to merge his relentless effort with goal-scoring. This balance, if maintained, could offer Tottenham an optimal blend of defense and attack. But, Naylor cautions, should Richarlison’s goal tally begin to wane, a reevaluation of his focus on defensive responsibilities might be necessary to reignite his scoring prowess.
