# Tottenham officially signs Savio from Manchester City > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tottenham-hotspur-intensifies-its-battle-to-stay-in-the-premier-league > Updated: 2026-08-25T09:24:46.000Z. Sources: 227. Developments: 40. Tottenham Hotspur has officially signed 22-year-old Brazilian winger Savio (formerly known as Savinho) from Manchester City. The deal is valued at an initial £75 million, with potential add-ons bringing the total investment to approximately £85 million. Savio, who will wear the number 17 shirt, arrives following a loan spell at Girona. Manager Roberto De Zerbi praised the winger’s energy, creativity, and one-on-one abilities, though he noted that Savio must increase his goal output to reach an elite level. This signing pushes Tottenham’s summer spending past the £300 million mark as the club continues its offensive rebuilding project. For Manchester City, the transfer represents a record sale, surpassing the previous high set by Julian Alvarez’s move to Atletico Madrid. Tottenham remains active in the market, with ongoing reports regarding the pursuit of Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush from Manchester City. ## Claims - Tottenham have spent over £237 million on new signings this summer. (disputed by 6 sources) - Tottenham Hotspur have agreed with Manchester City on a transfer for Brazilian winger Savinho for around £45 million. (disputed) - Tottenham set a deadline of early August for a £60 million transfer of Manchester City winger Savinho. (disputed) - Tottenham signed midfielder Mateus Fernandes for £85 million from West Ham. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Tottenham signed defender Jan Paul van Hecke for £52 million from Brighton. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Tottenham added free transfers of Marcos Senesi, Andrew Robertson and Martin Dubravka. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Micky van de Ven said Tottenham's record spending shows a new ambition and expects more enjoyable, offensive football. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Tottenham began their pre‑season tour with a 2‑0 win over Auckland FC, with goals from Dane Scarlett and Richarlison. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Roberto De Zerbi said players who are not happy at Tottenham should leave the club. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-25: Tottenham Hotspur signs Savio from Manchester City for £75m Tottenham Hotspur has signed Brazilian winger Savio from Manchester City for an initial £75 million, part of a massive summer spending spree exceeding £300 million under manager Roberto De Zerbi. 74 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-signs-savio-from-manchester-city ### 2026-08-20: Tottenham nears double transfer from Manchester City Tottenham is closing in on a double transfer from Manchester City, agreeing to a deal for winger Savinho and advancing talks for forward Omar Marmoush. 60 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-and-manchester-city-agree-deal-for-savinho ### 2026-08-17: Tottenham pursues £150m double deal for Manchester City duo Tottenham Hotspur is in advanced talks with Manchester City for a potential £150 million double deal to sign attackers Savinho and Omar Marmoush. 19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-nears-85-million-deal-for-manchester-citys-savinho ### 2026-08-13: Tottenham pursues Savinho and Cody Gakpo in major transfer moves Tottenham Hotspur is advancing talks to sign Manchester City winger Savinho and Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo as they look to bolster their attack before the summer transfer window closes. 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-nears-70m-deal-for-manchester-city-winger-savinho ### 2026-08-09: Savinho transfer talks progress between Tottenham and Manchester City Tottenham Hotspur is nearing a £60 million deal to sign Manchester City winger Savinho, who is seeking more regular playing time before the summer transfer window closes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/savinho-transfer-talks-progress-between-tottenham-and-manchester-city ### 2026-08-05: Roberto De Zerbi and Jan Paul van Hecke linked to Tottenham Hotspur transfer Roberto De Zerbi praised Jan Paul van Hecke, now a Tottenham signing, after the defender helped Spurs avoid relegation and previously thrived under De Zerbi at Brighton. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roberto-de-zerbi-and-jan-paul-van-hecke-linked-to-tottenham-hotspur-transfer ### 2026-08-05: Tottenham Hotspur plans €125m offensive overhaul targeting Gakpo, Savinho and Jackson Tottenham Hotspur plans a £125 million offensive revamp, targeting Cody Gakpo (£60m), Savinho (£60m) and Nico Jackson (£65m) ahead of the new Premier League season. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-plans-125m-offensive-overhaul-targeting-gakpo-savinho-and-jackson ### 2026-07-30: Tottenham Hotspur and Osés Construcción reveal major transfer activity Tottenham completes €270 m of transfers under De Zerbi, while Spain's Osés Construcción revamps its women's squad with five under‑25 signings ahead of an October opener. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-and-oss-construccin-reveal-major-transfer-activity ### 2026-07-28: Tottenham Hotspur shifts striker hunt to Ferran Torres after Eli Kroupi injury Tottenham target Ferran Torres after striker Eli Kroupi’s injury, while also eyeing Jules Kounde, Richarlison’s sale, and winger Savinho, having already spent over €250 million this window. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-hunt-new-striker-as-savinho-signals-desire-to-leave-manchester-city ### 2026-07-26: Tottenham Hotspur's record spending fuels new ambition under Roberto De Zerbi Tottenham spent a record £237 m on signings—including Fernandes, Tonali and Van Hecke—while De Zerbi vows a more offensive style, warns unhappy players to leave, and begins a pre‑season tour with a 2‑0 win over 26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-vows-237m-summer-spend-as-de-zerbi-tells-unhappy-players-to-leave ### 2026-07-23: Tottenham Hotspur eyes league recovery after a tumultuous 2025‑26 season Tottenham Hotspur, fresh from a 17th‑place finish and relegation scare, appointed Roberto De Zerbi and added several signings as it targets a league bounce‑back in 2026‑27. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-eyes-league-recovery-after-a-tumultuous-202526-season ### 2026-07-22: Tottenham and Manchester City negotiations over Savinho stall on fee dispute Tottenham's bid for Manchester City winger Savinho stalls over a £65 million fee gap; the player remains in City’s pre‑season camp as talks cool. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-and-manchester-city-negotiations-over-savinho-stall-on-fee-dispute ### 2026-07-19: Tottenham Hotspur eye Champions League push under De Zerbi, says Sherwood Tim Sherwood believes Tottenham can chase Champions League spots under De Zerbi, citing wage‑cap growth and a potential striker reshuffle. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-eye-champions-league-push-under-de-zerbi-says-sherwood ### 2026-07-17: Tottenham Hotspur near £65m signing of Brazilian winger Savinho Tottenham are close to signing Brazilian winger Savinho from Manchester City for £60‑68 million, with personal terms agreed and a solidarity payment due to his former Brazilian club. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/savinhos-65m-move-from-manchester-city-to-tottenham-confirmed ### 2026-07-16: Tottenham Hotspur spends £265m on transfers under De Zerbi Tottenham Hotspur, under new coach Roberto De Zerbi, has spent over £265 m on signings including Tonali, Fernandes and Robertson, and is reshaping its attack ahead of next season. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-spends-265m-on-transfers-under-de-zerbi ### 2026-07-14: Djed Spence marks historic Muslim milestone for England at 2026 World Cup Djed Spence became England’s first Muslim World Cup player, praised for his performances, and is now linked with a €35 million move to Inter Milan. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/djed-spence-becomes-englands-first-muslim-world-cup-player-inspiring-a-new-generation ### 2026-07-11: Djed Spence dazzles in World Cup win as Everton target intensifies Djed Spence helped England beat Norway 2‑1 in the World Cup quarter‑final, drew praise from Rio Ferdinand and sparked Everton’s £25‑50 m transfer interest. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/djed-spence-shines-for-england-as-everton-target-25m-tottenham-transfer ### 2026-07-05: Tottenham Hotspur eyes multiple summer signings including Leão, Mbaye and Moore Tottenham Hotspur is targeting winger Rafael Leão, 18‑year‑old Ibrahim Mbaye and plans a loan for Mikey Moore as De Zerbi seeks to boost the attack this summer. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-decides-on-mikey-moore-loan-and-eyes-ibrahim-mbaye-transfer ### 2026-07-03: Tottenham Hotspur ramps up summer transfer spend under Roberto De Zerbi Tottenham have spent ~£240 m on six signings under Roberto De Zerbi and aim to add a left‑winger or striker, with interest in Bournemouth forward Eli Kroupi Junior (£80 m price). 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-spurs-ramp-up-summer-spending-under-roberto-de-zerbi ### 2026-07-03: Tottenham Hotspur boost summer signings and chase Savinho, Summerville Tottenham Hotspur spend £237 m on new signings, praised for urgency, and pursue Savinho and Crysencio Summerville to bolster their attack. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-boost-summer-signings-and-chase-savinho-summerville ### 2026-06-28: Tottenham Hotspur plans multiple signings as De Zerbi reshapes squad Tottenham Hotspur, under Roberto De Zerbi, targets players like Cody Gakpo and Omar Marmoush while confirming Archie Gray stays, planning a major summer squad overhaul with near‑£100 million in spend. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-plans-multiple-signings-as-de-zerbi-reshapes-squad ### 2026-06-26: Fiorentina's transfer moves stall as Gosens courts interest and Udogie stays at Tottenham Fiorentina's plans to sign or retain left‑backs Robin Gosens and Destiny Udogie have hit snags, with Betis eyeing Gosens and Tottenham keeping Udogie for next season. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fiorentinas-transfer-moves-stall-as-gosens-courts-interest-and-udogie-stays-at-tottenham ### 2026-06-26: Tottenham Hotspur launches aggressive summer rebuild under Roberto De Zerbi Roberto De Zerbi is driving a major Tottenham Hotspur rebuild, targeting Omar Marmoush, Sandro Tonali and others while securing contracts for Antonín Kinský and key outfield players. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-eye-manchester-city-forward-omar-marmoush-in-summer-transfer-hunt ### 2026-06-22: Savinho transfer saga intensifies as Tottenham near deal and Arsenal bids loan Tottenham nears a permanent Savinho deal with add‑on details pending, while Arsenal’s loan offer is rejected by Manchester City, who insist on a full €50 million transfer. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/savinho-transfer-saga-intensifies-as-tottenham-near-deal-and-arsenal-bids-loan ### 2026-06-18: Djed Spence attracts Juventus and Everton interest as Tottenham weighs his future Tottenham’s Djed Spence is linked with Juventus and Everton as his club refuses to sell, while he topped World Cup speed charts ahead of Kylian Mbappé. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-faces-interest-from-juventus-and-arsenal-for-key-players ### 2026-06-13: Tottenham Hotspur eyes multiple transfer targets as squad plans evolve Tottenham Hotspur are linked with a loan move for defender Destiny Udogie to Fiorentina and a £30 million bid for striker Santiago Gimenez from AC Milan as the club reshapes its squad. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-eyes-multiple-transfer-targets-as-squad-plans-evolve ### 2026-06-09: Tottenham Hotspur pursue Manchester City winger Savinho in £60m summer bid Tottenham Hotspur are negotiating with Manchester City to buy Brazilian winger Savinho for roughly £60 million as part of their summer rebuild. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-pursue-manchester-city-winger-savinho-in-60m-summer-bid ### 2026-06-08: Tottenham Near £60 million Deal for Manchester City Winger Savinho Tottenham and Manchester City have agreed on a roughly £60 million fee for winger Savinho, with negotiations nearing completion as the Brazilian prepares to join the North London club. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-near-60-million-deal-for-manchester-city-winger-savinho ### 2026-06-05: Tottenham Hotspur pursue Manchester City winger Savinho Tottenham target Manchester City winger Savinho, valued at £50‑60 m, with the 22‑year‑old wanting a move for more playing time; Spurs may offer £120‑140 k weekly wages. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-pursue-manchester-city-winger-savinho ### 2026-06-04: Tottenham Hotspur eyes Spanish winger Barrenetxea and French forward Tel Tottenham are targeting Spanish winger Ander Barrenetxea and French forward Mathys Tel, with Arsenal also interested in Barrenetxea and FC Porto eyeing Tel. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-targeted-by-juventus-and-porto-for-key-players ### 2026-06-04: Tottenham Hotspur target Savinho and Marco Palestra in summer transfer push Tottenham Hotspur revive a £50 m pursuit of winger Savinho and eye Atalanta full‑back Marco Palestra amid a summer overhaul of attack and defence. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-target-savinho-and-marco-palestra-in-summer-transfer-push ### 2026-05-31: Tottenham plot £125m attacking overhaul, targeting Manchester City winger Savinho Tottenham, led by Roberto De Zerbi, plan a £125 m spend to revamp their attack, targeting Manchester City winger Savinho, West Ham’s Crysencio Summerville and striker Santiago Gimenez after a poor 17th‑place, ‑ 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-plot-125m-attacking-overhaul-targeting-manchester-city-winger-savinho ### 2026-05-26: Tottenham Hotspur probes retractable pitch amid injury crisis and vows club reset Tottenham launches an audit of its retractable pitch and medical setup after a wave of ACL injuries, while CEO Venkatesham calls for a complete club reset and a critical summer transfer window. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-probes-retractable-stadium-pitch-over-injury-crisis ### 2026-05-26: Tottenham Hotspur plans overhaul and seeks new signing after injury‑hit season Tottenham Hotspur, after a season marred by injuries, secured Premier League survival, launched an injury‑cause investigation, plans medical and training reforms, and is targeting a £60‑70 m signing of winger S 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-plans-overhaul-and-seeks-new-signing-after-injuryhit-season ### 2026-05-12: Tottenham Hotspur edge closer to Premier League safety under new coach De Zerbi Tottenham, boosted by new coach Roberto De Zerbi, are two points above West Ham and need four points from two games to secure Premier League safety. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-edge-closer-to-premier-league-safety-under-new-coach-de-zerbi ### 2026-05-11: Mathys Tel's goal lifts Tottenham in relegation battle against Leeds Mathys Tel scored for Tottenham against Leeds, but a contentious penalty left the club still battling relegation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mathys-tels-goal-lifts-tottenham-in-relegation-battle-against-leeds ### 2026-05-01: De Zerbi urges Spurs to ignore negativity as relegation fight intensifies De Zerbi tells Spurs to ignore negativity as they confront a relegation battle, following a 2026 win over Wolves. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/de-zerbi-urges-spurs-to-ignore-negativity-as-relegation-fight-intensifies ### 2026-04-22: Tottenham seeks professional psychologist via LinkedIn to aid relegation battle Tottenham posts a LinkedIn ad seeking a psychologist to aid relegation battle; Times says several players are already working with the psychologist. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-seeks-professional-psychologist-via-linkedin-to-aid-relegation-battle ### 2026-04-16: Tottenham lineup updates and manager-led dinner amid relegation pressure Tottenham lineup and injuries ahead of Brighton clash; De Zerbi organizes a team-building dinner for Spurs. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-lineup-updates-and-manager-led-dinner-amid-relegation-pressure ### 2026-04-16: Tottenham and Brighton clash in crucial Premier League survival bid at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tottenham hosts Brighton in a key relegation-battle clash; Hurzeler's message to Mitoma, including 'We know', ahead of kickoff. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-and-brighton-clash-in-crucial-premier-league-survival-bid-at-tottenham-hotspur-stadium --- Cite as: Tottenham officially signs Savio from Manchester City. 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