Tottenham’s Richarlison says he was ‘very close’ to Vasco da Gama transfer: ‘It’s my dream’

Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison has said he was “very close” to joining Vasco da Gama before the Brazilian transfer window closed on Friday. Addressing Vasco fans in a video posted to his personal Instagram account, the 29-year-old said he had made it clear during negotiations he wished to join Vasco on a loan deal through to December — the end of the Brazil 2026 club season — but claimed the deal broke down over Tottenham’s demands. It comes after the ex-Watford and Everton striker, who was Tottenham’s leading scorer in the Premier League last season with 11 goals to help…