A shock departure could be on the cards for Manchester City but where the move leads to could be exciting | OneFootball

As the summer transfer window draws to a close, Manchester City is focused on outgoings. Pep Guardiola’s squad must be trimmed before the transfer window slams shut. Players such as Jack Grealish, James McAtee, and Stefan Ortega seem destined to leave Manchester City in the coming weeks. Their departures wouldn’t come as a significant surprise.

But as City focuses on trimming the size of Pep Guardiola’s squad, Savinho has been linked with a shock move to Tottenham Hotspur. That news comes as a significant surprise. But if Savinho were to move to Tottenham, it could open up the possibility for City to make one more big move this summer.

Tottenham and Manchester City have begun negotiations over the potential sale of Savinho.

Fabrizio Romano has relayed a report from Matteo Moretto that Tottenham and Manchester City have begun negotiations over a deal that would see Savinho sign for Spurs. Furthermore, Romano reports that talks are ongoing between the two clubs. It is also reported that Savinho is open to a move to Tottenham. Lastly, Romano reports that Thomas Frank is a huge fan of the Brazilian international.

If Savinho leaves City will have to replace him.

The report from Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto is a major surprise. Savinho has only been at Manchester City for a season. He showed flashes of his talent and potential last season. He also impressed during the second half of Manchester City’s 3-nil win over Palermo. Given his age, there is the potential that Savinho could develop into a top-quality winger in time. He also figured to be a prominent player during the 25/26 season for Pep Guardiola’s side. If Savinho did leave City for Tottenham, Manchester City would have to replace him. That’s where it could get exciting.

The only way I could see Manchester City selling Savinho is if they had a replacement lined up. They would need a winger who could impact Pep Guardiola’s squad instantly. Who that could be remains to be seen. But Savinho is a player with exceptional talent and potential. Perhaps City have their eyes on a readymade player who can immediately step in and contribute. If Savinho is sold what City do next will be fascinating to watch unfold.

But it does appear thay Savinho is open to a move to Tottenham. That could see him sold by Manchester City if Tottenham meet Manchester City’s asking price. Savinho’s future is now a major story to watch progress. If he is sold it would be expected that Manchester City will make a big move in the transfer market. That would almost be a given at this stage of proceedings.