Tottenham shifts focus from Rafael Leao to Savinho as transfer target
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:10 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Tottenham Hotspur is no longer pursuing AC Milan forward Rafael Leao, focusing instead on Brazilian winger Savinho. Early discussions with Leao's representatives were described as exploratory but did not lead to formal negotiations. Tottenham plans to prioritize a move for Savinho, who is valued at approximately £60 million by Manchester City, with discussions still ongoing. Other attacking options being considered include Liverpool's Cody Gakpo and Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi. With Leao's future uncertain, Galatasaray and Fenerbahce have emerged as potential destinations for the Portuguese international.
- •Tottenham has cooled interest in Rafael Leao.
- •Savinho remains the main target for Tottenham's summer transfer.
- •Leao could potentially move to Turkey with Galatasaray or Fenerbahce.
- •Manchester City values Savinho at around £60 million.
- •Tottenham is also considering alternative options like Cody Gakpo.
- 5:10 AMYahoo Sports — Tottenham cool interest in Rafael Leao as Savinho remains main transfer target
"Tottenham Hotspur are not pursuing a move for AC Milan forward Rafael Leao despite recent reports linking the Portugal international with a switch to North London, The Athletic reports.Rumours gathere...
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