Richarlison

Key strength: Link-up play

Target man

In the unlikeliest of campaigns, Tottenham Hotspur find themselves marooned in 18th place—embroiled in a desperate Premier League survival scrap nobody foresaw. Yet amid the North London crisis, Richarlison stands as a beacon of efficiency and determination. The 29-year-old Brazilian centre-forward has delivered 8 goals and 3 assists across 34 appearances this season, finding the net every 251 minutes despite being restricted to just 2,013 minutes of action—averaging a goal contribution every 183 minutes. Deployed primarily as a target man, Richarlison's 70-rated finishing and exceptional link-up play provide Spurs with a focal point their fractured attack desperately craves. His €25m market value reflects proven Premier League pedigree—that explosive Brazilian technicality blended with physical presence that once made him Everton's talisman and a £60m Tottenham signing. Spurs' recent WLDWW form signals survival mode has finally engaged, with three wins in five breathing hope back into White Hart Lane. Yet minutes remain elusive for Richarlison as Conor Gallagher and Mathys Tel rotate through attacking roles. At 29, in his prime years, the Brazilian still has vital contributions to offer. For a player of his mentality and quality, this relegation dogfight could yet become his defining chapter.