Savinho signs for Tottenham after year-long pursuit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 9:59 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Winger Savinho has signed with Tottenham Hotspur, expressing happiness about joining the club after a year-long transfer process. The 22-year-old, previously with Manchester City, cited conversations with head coach Roberto De Zerbi as pivotal in his decision. De Zerbi praised Savinho's attacking qualities and potential impact on the squad. Savinho noted the club's reputation and the opportunity for growth under De Zerbi's management as central to his move. Spurs’ sporting director Johan Lange highlighted Savinho's ability to excite fans with his play.
- •Savinho's transfer to Tottenham follows a failed attempt last summer.
- •He expressed excitement about the opportunity at a 'brilliant club'.
- •Roberto De Zerbi aims to help Savinho reach his highest potential.
- •Savinho limited to seven Premier League starts with Manchester City last season.
- •Tottenham's sporting director believes Savinho's style fits well with the team's goals.
- 9:59 AMYahoo Sports — 'As soon as I spoke to the head coach, I knew I had to come'
"Winger Savinho says "it's taken a while" but he is "very happy" to have signed for Tottenham. The 22-year-old's move to north London has been more than 12 months in the making, with Spurs failing in a bid to sign him last summer. "It's a wonderful opportunity at a brilliant club with one of the best managers in the world," said Savinho.
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