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Tottenham would 'NOT be a step up' for Richarlison, claims Andros Townsend... with ex-Spurs winger insisting it is 'disrespectful' to Toffees to see his old side as career progression for £50m-rated Brazilian Richarlison was crucial in helping Everton avoid relegation last season Brazilian star has been linked with summer exit and Tottenham are interested Andros Townsend said it would not be a step up for him to join from Toffees He said: 'I think you're being slightly disrespectful by calling Spurs a step up'

By Will Griffee For Mailonline

Published: 07:45 BST, 28 June 2022 | Updated: 07:51 BST, 28 June 2022

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Leaving Everton for Tottenham 'would not be a step up' for Richarlison, insists his team-mate Andros Townsend.

The Brazilian is of interest to Spurs, who have increased their efforts to sign him, with the Toffees chasing a fee of more than £50million.

Andros Townsend, who played for both clubs and helped Everton narrowly evade relegation last season, believes it is 'disrespectful' to consider a Spurs switch as progression in Richarlison's career.

Richarlison is a transfer target for Tottenham, who are in talks over a move for him

The Brazilian would not be making a step up by joining Spurs, says Andros Townsend (right)

'I think you're being slightly disrespectful by calling Spurs a step up,' he told talkSPORT.

'I think Everton is one of the biggest clubs in England, one of the most