Rivaldo, a Brazilian icon, has urged Richarlison to reconsider his decision to apparently reject a summer transfer to Arsenal.
Richarlison has made it clear that he wants to leave Everton this summer (Picture)
Everton striker Michael Keane played a vital role in the Merseyside club's relegation to the Championship last season, earning him cult hero status among the Goodison Park crowd.
Despite his deep ties to Everton, the 25-year-old is looking for a move this summer and wants to play for a top European team.
Richarlison's strikes ensured Everton's survival in the Premier League (Picture)
Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United have all been linked with a move for a player who cost Everton £50 million three years ago when they signed him from Watford.
Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are also rumoured to be interested, but Richarlison prefers to stay in the Premier League, despite having ruled out Arsenal due to their failure to qualify for the Champions League.
Rivaldo, on the other hand, believes it is a mistake because he would be a likely starter at Emirates Stadium, boosting his chances of reaching Brazil's World Cup squad.
Richarlison is currently serving with Brazil on an international level (Picture)
'This may be a major summer for Richarlison, and his compatriot Edu, who is the technical director at Arsenal, could be vital in a prospective move to the Gunners,' added the Betfair Ambassador.
'He appears to be on his way out of Everton, with several large clubs keen, and Arsenal appears to be a viable alternative.'
'The Gunners have Edu as their director, and the ex-Arsenal player knows Richarlison well from his time with the Brazilian national side, having worked with Tite until 2019.
After a difficult season with Everton, in which he was key in saving the team from relegation, joining a club that fights towards the top of the Premier League might be beneficial for Richarlison.
'If he gets a huge move, he'll have a higher chance of starting for Brazil at the World Cup in Qatar.'
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