Tottenham Hotspur have, according to Fichajes, submitted a bid worth £60 million to sign Savinho from Manchester City.
Despite becoming the first man to win silverware with Spurs in 17 years by guiding them to Europa League glory, Ange Postecoglou was sacked in the summer, due in no small part to the club’s dismal Premier League form. In his place, the Lilywhites chose to appoint Thomas Frank, formerly of Brentford.
To date, not including any deals done to conclude a pre-existing loan, Spurs have made two major acquisitions. The versatile and attack-minded Mohammed Kudus has signed from West Ham whilst defensive midfielder Joao Palhinha has signed on loan from Bayern Munich. The club were keen on Morgan Gibbs-White until the number 10 signed a new contract with Nottingham Forest.
Evident in their pursuit of Gibbs-White, Spurs clearly want more difference makers going forward, something heightened by the long-term injury James Maddison suffered in pre-season. A deal, at the time of writing, is not yet finalised, but Spurs appear to be closing in on the signing of Eberechi Eze to address this issue.
Recent reports suggest that Tottenham, even with Eze set to join, want to further bolster their attack for new manager Frank as they prepare for a Champions League return.
Spurs Bid For Savinho
Fichajes have stated that Spurs have lodged a bid of almost £60 million to Manchester City for Savinho. The Brazilian moved to the Etihad last season after a brilliant loan spell at Girona and whilst the 21-year-old, no doubt, hoped for more in terms of output, Savinho consistently put in strong, exciting performances for Pep Guardiola’s side.
Given his age, potential and contract situation, Savinho would not be cheap for Spurs, a fellow Premier League side no less. City have reportedly rejected Tottenham’s initial offer for Savinho, though the North London club are supposedly not giving up on signing the winger who, as per Fichajes, wants consistent first-team football ahead of next year’s World Cup.
Savinho could be an exceptional addition for Spurs as they continue to rebuild their squad for their new, tactically astute manager. Whether a deal is ultimately agreed before the September 1st deadline, however, remains to be seen.