Manchester City forward Savinho remains keen to join Tottenham Hotspur before the summer transfer window closes, according to GIVEMESPORT Senior Reporter Fabrizio Romano.
GIVEMESPORT sources exclusively revealed on August 6 that Spurs were targeting a surprise move for the Brazilian attacker, and their subsequent opening £43m offer for the 21-year-old was rejected by City.
Savinho 'Keen' to Join Tottenham Despite Man City Stance
In recent weeks, it emerged that Tottenham wanted to bring in two new forwards following a failed deal for Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White, as well as James Maddison picking up an ACL injury during the club's pre-season tour in South Korea.
While negotiations for Savinho have been slow due to the reluctance of someone at Man City who is 'blocking' the exit of the Brazilian, Spurs thought they were about to sign Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze this week.
GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Savinho has three goals and 13 assists in 48 appearances for Man City after joining them for £31m in July 2024.
However, the bombshell dropped on Wednesday night that arch-rivals Arsenal had in fact hijacked the deal, with the 27-year-old preferring to move to the Emirates instead, having grown up as a Gunners fan.
Meanwhile, a potential deal for Savinho depends on City changing their stance on selling a player they still rate to a Premier League rival. Recent reports suggest that Spurs are ready to bid up to £69m with the player's agent currently in London for talks.
Writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter on Friday, Romano was asked if Savinho would be keen to join Tottenham should a deal be agreed between the two clubs.
Yes, he is. Open to the move, also because Frank really wants him. Depends on Man City.
While Frank really wants to land Savinho - described as an 'elite ball carrier' - and another attacker before the September 1 deadline, Tottenham performed well enough with their current side in their opening-day 3-0 win against Burnley at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Richarlison was the star of the show with two brilliant goals despite exit links throughout the summer, but Frank will want more depth going forward if Spurs are to enjoy a strong Champions League campaign.