Thomas Frank has put behind him his first pre-season as Spurs manager with a win over Liverpool, but also an overrun in Munich with 4-0 defeats to Bayern and Harry Kane. A week after Joao Palhinha was brought to the club on loan from Bayern Munich, it is steered towards a late signing that should bring more speed and creativity into the attacking game.

Savinho was brought to Manchester City from Troyes in the summer of 2024 after a good season at another sister club, Girona: The Brazilian gained confidence right from the start and was on the pitch for over 3000 playing minutes spread over 48 games., with 3 goals and an impressive 13 assists. This is the player Thomas Frank has now ordered.

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According to hyperactive transfer journalist Romano, Tottenham are in talks with City about the 21-year-old, with the winger himself reportedly open to the transfer.

The Athletic reports the two clubs are in talks for a price of around £50 million.

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