Richarlison: Ange Postecoglou says Tottenham striker will get support after seeking psychological help

Richarlison has just one Premier League goal for Tottenham since signing last summer; forward said last week he will seek psychological help; Ange Postecoglou: «Sometimes players fall into the trap of thinking their life should be perfect but that’s not how life works»

Friday 15 September 2023 15:12, UK

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Ange Postecoglou insisted Richarlison will receive all the support he needs after the Tottenham forward said he would seek help from a psychologist.

The Brazil international revealed during the international break that he has been affected by off-field issues, with reports that he has been in dispute with his representative, Renato Velasco.

Richarlison joined Spurs from Everton for £60m last summer but has scored just four goals in all competitions — and just once in the Premier League.

The 26-year-old was also seen crying on the bench after being substituted during Brazil's 5-1 win over Bolivia on Friday and, ahead of Spurs' Premier League game at home to Sheffield United on Saturday, Postecoglou said: «They all get whatever help and assistance they require.

»It doesn’t always happen in the public eye because most of it’s done in-house. Sometimes they seek help and sometimes we offer the help. Whatever Richy needs, we’ll help him get to the space he wants to.

«He was quite emotional after a game and that’s fine. We’ll give him the support he needs.»

Postecoglou also questioned whether enough is done to support footballers' mental health, saying: «I think we do understand — it's just that we ignore it.

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