Tottenham revive £60m bid for Man City winger Savinho

Tottenham Hotspur are preparing a renewed approach for Manchester City winger Savinho, with the 21-year-old valued at £60m. The North London club’s dramatic escape from relegation last season has prompted a significant squad reset, and the Brazilian is seen as a lynchpin for Ange Postecoglou’s rebuild.

How Savinho fits Postecoglou’s system

Postecoglou’s favoured 4-3-3 formation demands width, pace and direct dribbling – traits Savinho showcased during his loan at Girona. The Brazilian averaged 2.1 successful take-ons per 90 minutes in La Liga last term, ranking in the top 15% among wingers. His ability to cut inside from the left or attack the byline on the right offers tactical flexibility.

Tottenham’s attack struggled for creativity in 2024/25, managing only 48 goals – the lowest among the top half. Savinho’s arrival would address that deficiency, particularly in transition. His pressing intensity (pressures per 90: 18.4) also aligns with Postecoglou’s high-energy demands.

Transfer context and valuation

The £60m fee places Savinho among the most expensive wingers in Tottenham’s history, comparable to the £55m spent on Richarlison. Manchester City have a strong track record of selling academy products for profit, having banked over £150m from such sales in the past three years. However, Pep Guardiola’s side may be reluctant to strengthen a direct rival unless an acceptable offer arrives.

Tottenham’s summer budget is likely boosted by potential outgoings – Pierre-Emile Højbjerg and Giovani Lo Celso are expected to depart – and the club’s new commercial deals. Savinho’s contract at City runs until 2027, giving the Premier League champions leverage in negotiations.

Fantasy Premier League implications

For FPL managers, Savinho could be a differential gem. His projected price tag of around £6.5m would place him in the mid-range midfield bracket. Tottenham’s opening fixtures in 2025/26 include home ties against promoted sides, making Savinho an attractive early-season pick if he secures regular starts.

  • Savinho’s ownership among FPL managers could surge if he impresses in pre-season.
  • His versatility across both wings offers rotation-proof appeal.
  • Key fixtures: Gameweeks 1-4 (LEI, WOL, EVE, BOU) are favourable.

What next for Tottenham’s transfer plans?

Spurs are also monitoring Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford as part of their reset. The club’s technical director Johan Lange is leading negotiations, with a formal bid expected within two weeks. If Savinho joins, he would compete with Brennan Johnson and Manor Solomon for a starting spot. Failure to sign the Brazilian could force Tottenham to pivot to alternatives such as Raphinha or Takefusa Kubo.

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