Savinho finished under Pep Guardiola as £60m transfer news emerges away from Man City
Pep Guardiola might be regretting holding on to Savinho during the summer transfer window after being heavily linked with a move away.
Tottenham were close to signing Savinho before investing heavily in Xavi Simons, and many City supporters are now wishing that a deal had been agreed ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.
The Brazilian winger has made just four starts in the Premier League this season, and while he has one goal and two assists to his name across all competitions, he has been underwhelming.
Savinho had been compared to Riyad Mahrez, a legend at the Etihad, and even after extending his current deal until 2031, it is clear that the £31million spent on him has now worked out so far.
Man City to regret new Savinho deal
At 21 years of age, there is always the chance that Savinho improves and develops, but so far, supporters are understandably disappointed by his level of production, as well as his final ball.
Stefan Borson told Football Insider that the winger joining Spurs could open the door for Man City to sign Rodrygo from Real Madrid, and he is one player who would get fans on their feet.
However, rather than risking overspending on the out-of-favour Brazilian, there are several stars who have already adapted to the Premier League, becoming some of the most sought-after players in Europe.
Man City are one of the clubs keeping tabs on Antoine Semenyo, with Liverpool, Man United, and Chelsea all interested as well. If the Citizens are to secure his signature, they must act quickly.
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According to iNews (27 November), Arne Slot‘s side are currently leading the race. Though it is understood that City want to change the “profile” of their wingers moving forward.
Teams are more likely to move for the Bournemouth man once the clause in his contract drops below £60million next summer, reducing from £65million over the coming months.
While the player is happy at the Vitality Stadium, pundits and players alike are expecting much bigger things from the Ghanaian, and there is no telling how high his ceiling reaches.
Of course, he is more natural on the left flank, cutting in onto his right foot, but there is no doubt that he would make the opposite side his own in a Guardiola team.