Tottenham’s Chase For Savinho Stalls As Manchester City Block Transfer Talks

Tottenham’s efforts to sign Savinho from Manchester City have stopped because City won’t let the Brazilian winger leave. Despite strong interest from Spurs, City’s leaders say Savinho is not available. As Pep Guardiola emphasized, Savinho is considered an essential player for City, and he hopes to keep him at the club for many years according to reports.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Tottenham offered £42 million for Savinho, hoping to bring the 21-year-old to North London before the transfer window closes. The new head coach, Thomas Frank, thinks Savinho would be a great replacement for Son Heung-min, who moved to LAFC this summer. However, Manchester City won’t sell him. Some reports say a senior official at the club is blocking the deal. Savinho is eager to move to Tottenham for regular playing time before the World Cup, but City are demanding a fee closer to £70-80 million, insisting they won’t sell him at any price as reported recently.

TRANSFER ALTERNATIVES AND TEAM PERFORMANCE

With Savinho’s transfer stuck, Tottenham are looking at other options. Reports say they have offers for Ademola Lookman from Atalanta, who scored 20 goals and had seven assists in Serie A last season. The club is also eyeing Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche. Meanwhile, Tottenham have started the Premier League season well under Thomas Frank, currently sitting on top of the table with a convincing 3-0 win over newly promoted Burnley on the opening day. After Son left, there was a gap in the attack after Eze ended up chosing Arsenal at the last hour. Richarlison and Brennan Johnson are currently leading the frontline.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR TOTTENHAM AND SAVINHO?

Tottenham’s next match is against Manchester City, who are the biggest title favourites. Spurs fans are still hoping for a big signing as the window closes, but Manchester City seem determined to keep Savinho, especially after Jack Grealish’s loan has increased his chances for more playing time as reported. For now, Savinho is likely to stay at Manchester City, while Tottenham will need to act fast to secure another attacking target before the deadline.