adminTottenham have invested heavily in their squad this summer, but the key piece of Roberto De Zerbi’s rebuild might still be absent.
The midfield has been transformed by Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, while Jan Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi have bolstered the defense, with Andy Robertson and Martin Dubravka supplying veteran presence. However, Spurs are still lacking firepower in attack.
Xavi Simons is sidelined while recovering from a serious knee injury, Mohammed Kudus missed a large portion of last season, and Brennan Johnson was sold to Crystal Palace in January.
Manor Solomon has also departed for West Ham, leaving De Zerbi with few natural wide players.
That shortage helps explain the lengthy list of attacking names linked with Tottenham. Cody Gakpo continues to be admired, and reports suggest talks have taken place regarding Monaco striker Folarin Balogun.
Georges Mikautadze and Omar Marmoush have also been mentioned as potential targets, but Savinho remains the player Spurs have consistently pursued since last summer.
The Brazilian can operate on either flank, drive through pressure with the ball, and isolate defenders—traits that fit a coach who wants his side to play expansively and with boldness.
Savinho recorded just one goal and two assists across 24 Premier League appearances, totaling 821 minutes, and that limited role is central to his situation.
He signed a new contract with Manchester City last October, running until 2031, which gives the champions significant leverage in any negotiation. Yet the 22-year-old is eager for more consistent playing time and believes Tottenham can offer that opportunity.
City have not made the deal straightforward, with reports valuing him at around £65 million and indicating they want another winger secured before allowing him to leave.
Pedro Neto has been floated as a possible replacement. Spurs, meanwhile, may soon have additional funds at their disposal.
Cristian Romero is set to join Atlético Madrid and Djed Spence is headed to Inter Milan, with both deals agreed this week, according to Fabrizio Romano. Now, Romano’s latest update has put Savinho’s future back in the spotlight.
Savinho misses Man City training and reiterates his desire to join
TottenhamRomano reports that the winger was absent from City’s Thursday session, with club sources citing illness—an update first noted by Sam Lee.
There’s no indication that Savinho skipped training to push for a move, but the more notable detail is that he has once again made his preference clear to City this week: he wants to leave and sign with Tottenham.
That gives Spurs hope, but not control, as City can still lean on his long-term contract and hold out for their valuation. Tottenham now face a decision: pay a premium for their top wide target or pivot quickly to one of the other names on their lengthy shortlist.
After a year of stop-start interest and two summers of pursuit, Spurs know the player is willing. But it’s City’s response that will ultimately determine whether this saga concludes with Savinho in north London.
admin
