Manchester City rejects an offer of 60 million for Savinho

Manchester City rejects a huge offer of 60 million for the young Brazilian.

Raúl Cabrera Jiménez | 16 Aug 2025 | 16.30
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Savinho playing in the 2025 Club World Cup
Savinho playing in the 2025 Club World Cup

The transfer market in the Premier League is taking shape, and the latest figure is Savinho, the young Brazilian talent from Manchester City.

Pep Guardiola's side has rejected a significant offer exceeding 60 million pounds from Tottenham, a move that reflects how highly they value the 21-year-old forward at the Etihad Stadium, as reported by Transfer News Live.

Far from giving up, Spurs plan to return with a more compelling offer. The London club's board understands that the price will be high, but they believe it's worth the effort to cover the loss of Son Heung-min and provide Thomas Frank's team with a reliable offensive spark.

Savinho arrived at City after his time at Troyes and quickly became one of the sensations of the last season. With 48 games played in all competitions, he contributed three goals and a dozen assists, confirming his ability to pose a threat in the Premier League.

In a team full of big stars, the Brazilian found a place in the rotation and earned Guardiola's trust. The Spanish coach has praised the player's technique, speed, and personality on several occasions. He even recently stated that he expects to have him for many years, making it clear that he is not willing to easily part with his gem.

Manchester City rejects a multimillion offer from Tottenham for Savinho

The initial offer, close to 60 million pounds, was insufficient to convince Manchester City. The English champions consider Savinho's value to be significantly higher, around 70-80 million pounds, and have no intention of negotiating below that figure. From the Etihad, they understand that the Brazilian is an investment for the present and future, and he still has much room to grow under Guardiola's guidance.

Meanwhile, Tottenham persists. The need to strengthen the attack is evident: Son's departure has left a difficult void to fill, and the return of James Maddison will take time. Therefore, the London team requires signings that bring immediate imbalance. In this context, Savinho is seen as the ideal piece: a fast winger with dribbling skills and the ability to assist, exactly what Thomas Frank's offensive style demands.

The Spurs are willing to increase the amount to approach City's demands. The plan is to offer a higher sum and possibly include variables to facilitate the agreement. However, time is running out as the transfer market enters its final weeks, leaving less room for maneuvering.

There is also a personal backdrop to the situation. Savinho, aware that 2026 will be a World Cup year, wants to secure playing time to be able to feature for the Brazilian national team. At City, he competes with world-class players for a spot, which could limit his opportunities. Tottenham, on the other hand, offers him the chance to be a key player from day one, a factor that could influence his decision if negotiations progress.

Savinho during the presentation as a new signing for Manchester City

However, Manchester City's stance is firm: they won't let him go at any price. They believe his evolution has just begun and that the Brazilian can become a pivotal player in the project. Guardiola has him in his plans, and the board agrees that selling him now would be premature unless an irresistible offer comes in.

For now, Savinho continues training as usual, and the club avoids external distractions, although the noise of the market surrounds him. The English press has already tagged him as one of the major sagas of this summer, and it doesn't seem likely to be resolved immediately.

The outcome will depend on how much Tottenham is willing to risk and to what extent City can withstand the pressure. One thing is clear: the interest in Savinho has only just begun, and his future could mark one of the most talked-about moves in this market.

Savinho has become a coveted target, and his name is already making headlines across Europe. Manchester City doesn't want to let him go, Tottenham wants him at all costs, and the player wants more playing time to feature in the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Manchester City rechaza una oferta de 60 millones por Savinho

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