Tottenham are looking to include Richarlison in a potential deal for Crystal Palace forward Eberechi Eze; the move would then free up a space for Yoane Wissa, who played under Thomas Frank at Brentford;

It's early days, yet Richarlison appears a vital piece in the next incarnation of Tottenham Hotspur under coach Thomas Frank.

The Thomas Frank era began to the great delight of Tottenham Hotspur fans on Saturday, as last season's Europa League winners cruised past newly promoted Burnley 3-0 in north London.

Alexander Isak is keen to leave St James’ Park and was omitted from Newcastle’s pre-season tour of the Far East last month, officially due to a minor thigh injury. The Sweden international has trained alone all summer and did not feature in any of the Magpies’ friendlies.

Richarlison has scored nine goals in his past nine starts for Tottenham, suggesting his has the potential to be a consistent threat

Mohammed Kudus has matched a major Tottenham Hotspur milestone following his impressive Premier League debut in Spurs' 3-0 win against Burnley last Saturday

Thomas Frank hailed Richarlison after the striker's double, which included a memorable scissor-kick, earned Spurs a 3-0 win over Burnley.

Frank’s side threatened little for the rest of the half, allowing Burnley to grow into the game, but a moment of magic from Richarlison put Spurs in control — Kudus wriggled free down the right and sent in a cross for the Brazilian, whose acrobatic volley left Dubravka with no chance. Brennan Johnson added a third six minutes later.

A goal in each half for Richarlison including, an acrobatic bicycle kick, along with a third from Brennan Johnson, proved the difference between Tottenham Hotspur and Burnley despite Scott Parker’s

Tottenham Hotspur launched the Thomas Frank era in emphatic style with a convincing 3-0 Premier League victory over promoted Burnley on Saturday as Richarlison's majestic double set the tone for a dominant home performance.

Richarlison demonstrated how crucial he is to Tottenham Hotspur with a sublime brace in their 3-0 Premier League win over Burnley, with manager Thomas Frank saying it was vital to manage the Brazilian smartly to continue getting the best out of him.