Tottenham’s interest in Savinho comes in the wake of a major squad overhaul and injury setbacks—notably the long-term loss of midfielder James Maddison to an ACL injury.

With creative options depleted after failed moves for Morgan Gibbs-White and the recent addition of Mohammed Kudus, new manager Thomas Frank is determined to secure attacking reinforcements capable of reigniting Spurs’ fortunes after a disappointing 17th-place finish last season. 

Savinho, a versatile winger who can also deputize at No. 10, emerged as Tottenham’s priority target. The club opened discussions with Manchester City, proposing a transfer package worth £43.3 million.

While City is not actively seeking to offload the 21-year-old, they are willing to listen, provided the player expresses a desire to move and Spurs meet their valuation, likely above £50 million. 

Savinho’s Meteoric Rise and Market Value

Having arrived at City from Girona last summer, Savinho established himself as a key figure in Pep Guardiola’s squad, making 48 appearances and contributing three goals and eight assists in the Premier League.

His prior loan spell at Girona was pivotal, where he scored 11 goals and helped secure their maiden Champions League qualification. 

City acquired Savinho from Troyes, another City Football Group club, for £30.8 million, highlighting his rapid ascension through the European ranks.

Despite his promising first season and long-term contract through 2028, Savinho’s pathway at City could be complicated by the arrival of Rayan Cherki from Lyon, a direct competitor for game time on the wings.

Strategic Stakes and the Road Ahead

As negotiations unfold, the player’s willingness to join Spurs adds momentum to the deal. Guardiola is known for accommodating players eager for new challenges, but City remains reluctant to sell unless their demands—reported to be upward of £50 million—are met and a suitable replacement can be found.

For Tottenham, securing Savinho would represent not just a statement signing but a remedy to recent creative deficiencies and an investment in a high-upside young talent.

Should the transfer materialize, Savinho’s move will stand as one of the summer’s most unexpected and headline-grabbing deals, potentially shaping Spurs’ future and providing fresh intrigue in Manchester City’s ongoing evolution.

With the player open to talks and club negotiations at an advanced stage, the Premier League is braced for another blockbuster twist in a rapidly shifting market.