Carlo Ancelotti has demanded Richarlison raises his standards after enduring a season in which he has failed to reach the heights Everton’s manager expects.
The Brazil forward has scored 12 times in all competitions this season but he is without a goal since March 4.
He is set to play his 100th game for Everton against Aston Villa on Saturday evening, but rather than talk about the positive strides Richarlison has made, Ancelotti pursued a different angle.
The Italian has never failed to speak encouragingly about Richarlison, who is Everton’s club record signing, but on this occasion the Italian made it clear he expects much more from the 23-year-old — and wants a response in the final six games.