City reject Tottenham bid for Savinho

Tottenham Hotspur has another bid for Savinho rejected by Manchester City, with talks likely to continue before the transfer window closes.

City reject Tottenham bid for Savinho

Manchester City have turned down Tottenham's latest bid for Savinho, according to Globo Esporte. The offer was €70m (£60m) after Spurs had already submitted a £43m bid earlier this week. Tottenham remain optimistic and are expected to return with another offer before the transfer window shuts in two weeks. Savinho’s representatives have travelled to England to oversee talks, and reports also note that the winger’s agent is in London to push the move. Journalist Jorge Nicola has suggested the price could rise to €80m (£67m), a figure that would make Savinho City’s record signing if paid.

This transfer saga highlights how clubs value young wingers in today’s market and the leverage that price carries in negotiations. For Spurs, a €80m tag could test their budget and long term planning, while City shows it will set a high ceiling in this window. The window remains two weeks away, keeping pressure on both sides as talks continue.

Behind the numbers lies a wider trend in the transfer market: clubs increasingly back big price tags for players just entering their prime. Tottenham's persistence contrasts with Manchester City's willingness to hold firm on valuation, signaling a market where timing and willingness to pay trump sentiment. The ongoing talks also reflect the role of agents and intermediaries in driving up expectations, making a successful deal as much about negotiation as about talent on the pitch.

Highlights

The summer chase for Savinho will test budgets and patience as the window moves toward its final acts.