Tottenham have been in direct talks with Manchester City over Savinho for several weeks and remain confident of getting a deal done.
The Brazilian winger has been Roberto De Zerbi’s clear top target since June. Fabrizio Romano reports that any agreement now depends on City’s plans for a replacement.
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The player’s stance is not the issue. Savinho is keen on the move and was ready to join Spurs a year ago, only for City to keep him and hand him a new contract. His enthusiasm this time is said to be just as strong.
His situation at the Etihad has shifted, though. Savinho barely featured last season, managing four goals and three assists in 36 appearances, and is not viewed as central to Enzo Maresca’s plans. That has opened the door to an exit.
The fee is expected to be significant. Reports place the deal at around £60-65m, echoing the offer Spurs prepared last summer. Personal terms are not believed to be a major obstacle.
