Tottenham Hotspur’s £75 million signing of Brazilian winger Savinho from Manchester City could provide a major boost to the club’s ambitions of challenging for the Premier League title as Roberto De Zerbi accelerates his rebuild.
The 22-year-old has signed a long-term contract with Spurs, with the deal potentially rising by a further £10 million in add-ons. The transfer takes Tottenham’s spending beyond £300 million this summer, underlining the club’s determination to build a squad capable of competing at the highest level.
Savinho’s arrival represents a major statement of intent from Tottenham after they narrowly avoided relegation last season. However, their title ambitions have already suffered an early setback after De Zerbi’s side opened the campaign with a disappointing 3-0 defeat against Brentford.
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The Brazilian’s move to north London has been more than a year in the making. Tottenham first attempted to sign Savinho last summer, but the winger opted to remain at the Etihad Stadium.
His decision did not lead to regular first-team football, however, as he made just seven Premier League starts for City last season.
Savinho adds attacking firepower
Tottenham are banking on Savinho’s pace, direct running, creativity and ability to beat defenders to give their attack a new dimension.
The winger revealed that his conversations with De Zerbi played a key role in convincing him to join Spurs.
“It’s taken a while, but I’m very happy to be here,” Savinho said in a Tottenham statement.
“It’s a wonderful opportunity at a brilliant club with one of the best managers in the world.
“As…
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