Tottenham have praised Savinhos ability, style and mentality after signing the Brazil winger from Manchester City for an initial �75 million. The 22-year-old spent two years at City after joining from Troyes part of the City Football Group of clubs for �31m but failed to hold down a regular first-team place, making seven Premier League starts under former manager Pep Guardiola last season.Its taken a while, Savinho said (via Spurs website), referencing Tottenhams 12-month pursuit of him including a failed bid last summer.As soon as I spoke to the head coach [Roberto De Zerbi], 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.Its a wonderful opportunity at a brilliant club with one of the best managers in the world. Table of ContentsSavinho transfer: What Tottenham have said about dealSavinho stats: Man CityWhen will Savinho play for Tottenham?Savinho transfer: What Tottenham have said about dealSpurs Sporting Director Johan Lange said Savinho had already shown his quality at the highest level.We believe his ability, style and mentality will be a great fit for the squad we are building here, added Lange, who has overseen signings this summer including a club-record �100m outlay for playmaker Sandro Tonali from Newcastle, an �85m deal for midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham and the �52m signing of defender Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton & Hove Albion.I know he will excite our supporters every time he gets on the ball and Im looking forward to watching his development under Robertos coaching.De Zerbi, whose side started their campaign with a 3-0 defeat at Brentford on Saturday, said Savinho would bring energy, imagination and quality in wide positions.He has the courage to attack defenders and the ability to change a game with his creativity, observed the Italian.Were very pleased to have him with us and Im looking forward to working with him, helping him continue to grow and seeing him bring his personality to the team.Savinho stats: Man CitySavinho made 53 league appearances for City, scoring twice and contributing nine assists.Of the �85m, �75m is up front with another �10m in add-ons.The deal could represent a record sale for City, eclipsing the �82m they received from Atletico Madrid for Julian Alvarez in 2024.When will Savinho play for Tottenham?Tottenham are at home to second-tier Charlton Athletic in the EFL Cup second round next, followed by Premier League matches against Newcastle and Nottingham Forest.DateFixtureBST start timeETPTWeds, Aug 26Charlton (H)19:4514:4511:45Sat, Aug 29Newcastle (H)17:3012:3009:30Sat, Sept 5Forest (A)15:0010:0007:00 Topics Brazil National Football Team Manchester City F.C. Premier League Roberto De Zerbi Savinho Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read When is the Champions League draw? Date, time, schedule, where to watch Ben Miller 25th August, 2026 Fulham 2-3 Chelsea: Report, result, goals as Blues make winning start under Alonso Cian Cheesbrough 24th August, 2026 Manchester City agree �35m deal for Brazilian winger Allan Elias Cian Cheesbrough 24th August, 2026 Man City expect Enzo Fernandez deal this week with Chelsea Ben Miller 24th August, 2026 When does the transfer window close? Deadline day dates, times, latest news Ben Miller 24th August, 2026 Newcastle 2-2 Liverpool: Szoboszlai salvages point for visitors in thrilling contest 101 GreatGoals 23rd August, 2026
