Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationBBC SportUnverified source· 30 Aug 2026
Trio ask to leave Spurs, says De Zerbi
Three first-team players have told Tottenham's boss they want out after a winless start.
Tottenham
team
Players
Richarlison, Danso, Sarr
Manager
Roberto De Zerbi
Result
Lost 2-0 to Newcastle
League position
Bottom, no goals
What happened. Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi revealed that Richarlison, Kevin Danso, and Pape Matar Sarr have asked to leave the club.
- None were in the matchday squad for the Newcastle loss.
- De Zerbi says they must bring an economic solution to leave.
- Spurs spent over £300m this summer but are bottom.
“Danso came to me two days ago and he said wants to leave and Pape Sarr the same.”
— Roberto De Zerbi
Spurs face an uncertain window with three players wanting out and a winless start.
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