Former Arsenal star Jack Wilshere has claimed Richarlison would not have made it into Mikel Arteta's starting XI if he joined the Gunners this summer - as he closes in on a £60million move to rivals Tottenham.
The 25-year-old striker is set to link up with Antonio Conte's men after Spurs agreed a fee with Everton for their star man, becoming their fourth signing so far.
Arsenal were among the teams interested in Richarlison - as well as Chelsea - but Wilshere says he is not disappointed to miss out on the star.
Jack Wilshere (R) says Richarlison would not have made it into Arsenal's starting XI if he joined
The striker, 25, is expected to make a £60million move from Everton to Antonio Conte's side
Speaking to TalkSPORT, Wilshere said: 'I think he [Richarlison] improves the squad, definitely… he gives them something different.