After a week of negotiations, striker Richarlison decided not to finalize a deal with Vasco on Friday, the last day of the transfer window. The Tottenham player spoke for the first time about the "near-deal" with the Rio de Janeiro club through a video posted on social media.
In the video, Richarlison thanked Vasco's president, Pedrinho, and sent a message to the Vasco fans. The striker stated that the club is his "heart's team" and that the parties came very close to finalizing the agreement.
The negotiation was not completed in time, and the transfer window deadline ended without the player wearing Vasco's jersey. Richarlison did not specify the reasons for the withdrawal.
