Official: Tottenham Hotspur Sign Savinho from Manchester City for £75M Plus Add-Ons

The waiting game is finally over. Tottenham Hotspur have officially confirmed the signing of Savinho from Manchester City. The Brazilian winger has arrived at N17 for a fee of around £75m, plus another £10m in achievable add-ons, joining the Lilywhites from Manchester City on a six-year contract. The signing marks one of the most high-profile deals of the summer transfer window and signals Tottenham’s intent to compete at the very top under Roberto De Zerbi.

How the Deal Happened

Tottenham’s interest in Savinho dates back more than a year, a period during which the club closely followed his development. Roberto De Zerbi and Tottenham had to wait for the best part of the summer transfer window to welcome Savinho. The North Londoners started negotiations with Manchester City from June, and after lengthy and taxing exchanges, they have finally secured their man.

The winger has joined for a £75 million fee, plus £5m in guaranteed add-ons and another £5m in performance-related add-ons. He will wear the No. 17 shirt with his new club.

The opportunity to work under the guidance of Roberto De Zerbi was a decisive factor in the player’s choice. Recognised for his offensive style and his ability to develop young players, the Italian coach is a key figure in the project that convinced the Brazilian.

The Transfer at a Glance

In His Own Words

Speaking to the club’s official media channel, Savinho said: “It’s taken a while but I’m very happy to be here. It’s a wonderful opportunity at a brilliant club with one of the best managers in the world. As soon as I spoke to the Head Coach, I knew I had to come. He told me he wants to help me reach the highest level, and I believe we can do that together, as a team.”

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Dream Debut for Sávio

Sávio made an immediate impact just one day after Tottenham announced his arrival. The Brazilian came off the bench in the 71st minute against Charlton Athletic in the Carabao Cup second round on August 26, 2026.

Only 11 minutes after entering the pitch, Sávio collected the ball near the right corner of the penalty area, dribbled past two defenders and fired a low left-footed finish into the bottom corner. His 82nd-minute strike was Tottenham’s fourth goal in an emphatic 5-1 victory.

Sávio was involved again three minutes later when his goal-bound attempt deflected off Ben Davies and went in. The goal was credited to Davies, with Sávio receiving the assist. Finishing his debut with a goal and an assist represented a dream start for Tottenham’s new No. 17.

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What De Zerbi Said

De Zerbi told the club’s official website: “Sávio is a player who brings energy, imagination and quality in wide positions. He has the courage to attack defenders and the ability to change a game with his creativity. We’re very pleased to have him with us, and I’m looking forward to working with him, helping him continue to grow and seeing him bring his personality to the team.”

What Sporting Director Johan Lange Said

“Sávio is someone who has been on our radar for a while and I’m delighted that he is now a Tottenham Hotspur player,” said Lange. He expressed his expectations: “Savinho’s ability and mentality will fit perfectly into the team we are building.”

Savinho’s Career Path — From Atletico Mineiro to N17

Savinho started at Atletico Mineiro and joined Troyes in 2022, but his breakout season came on loan at Girona, where he scored 11 goals in 41 appearances as they finished a club-high third in La Liga in 2024 and qualified for the Champions League. He moved to City in the close season that year and has since made 84 appearances in all competitions, scoring seven goals.

Savinho’s Stats at Manchester City

Savinho scored just twice in 53 Premier League appearances as a City player. Despite being unable to nail down a consistent starting berth at the Etihad, he still made 84 appearances in all competitions for City, scoring seven goals. His flair and ability were never in question — only the platform. Tottenham are now providing that platform.

Tottenham’s Summer Spending Picture

Spurs spent well over £235m on six new players during the first half of the window, focusing on bolstering the defence and midfield by signing the likes of Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson, Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi, Sandro Tonali, and Mateus Fernandes.

Savinho’s transfer takes the North London club’s outlay up to £322 million, if the add-ons in the deal are included, as they revamp the squad after finishing a lowly 17th last season.

Where Does Savinho Fit In?

Roberto De Zerbi could opt to play Savinho on the right wing, given the lack of options on that flank. Injuries to Dejan Kulusevski and Mohammed Kudus mean that Savinho could be asked to take their place on the right flank and prove his worth in the coming weeks.

Chance creation was a big issue for Tottenham last season, with the absences of playmakers James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski due to serious knee injuries playing a significant role. Savinho’s arrival directly addresses that void.

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