Negotiations Progressing
Tottenham Hotspur are negotiating with Manchester City for a potential double transfer of Savinho and Omar Marmoush, both forwards. While the clubs' discussions are progressing, no deal has been finalized yet. Savinho, a 22-year-old Brazilian winger, started only seven Premier League games last season after his £30 million move from Troyes to City in 2024. He is eager to depart the Etihad Stadium. Marmoush, who joined City from Eintracht Frankfurt for £59 million in 2025, also seems to have lost his place in Pep Guardiola's plans, having scored eight goals in 36 appearances across all competitions last season.[S1][S4]
According to reports, Tottenham could need to spend more than £150 million to secure both players. Savinho is valued at around £85 million, while City expect to make a significant profit on Marmoush, having paid £59 million for him. The Telegraph suggests a dual move could cost £140 million, while other estimates place City's valuation nearer £150 million. Savinho was left out of City's squad for the Community Shield defeat to Arsenal on Sunday, fueling speculation about his future.[S4][S5]
De Zerbi's Attacking Overhaul
Tottenham's Roberto De Zerbi has been busy in the transfer market, splashing out a staggering £185 million on Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, two new midfielders, and £52 million on defender Jan Paul van Hecke. He also added Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson, and Martin Dubravka to the squad on free transfers. However, De Zerbi is not done yet; he aims to bolster his forward line after a disappointing 17th-place finish in the Premier League, with only 48 goals scored. The coach has hinted at a blockbuster 'bomba' signing, and the potential acquisition of Savinho and Marmoush seems to fit this bill.[S1][S3][S5]
The ideal scenario for Spurs is to sign three types of attackers: a wide player like Savinho, a left winger such as Cody Gakpo from Liverpool, and a natural goalscoring centre-forward, with Marmoush a candidate for that role. However, financing a deal for Gakpo alongside the City duo remains uncertain. If Gakpo cannot be secured, Spurs are also interested in Chelsea's Pedro Neto. The club has already spent more than £200 million on six first-team players this summer, and could make up to nine signings in total.[S4][S6]
Player Motivations and City's Stance
Savinho is eager to join Tottenham and has requested a transfer from Manchester City this summer. His playing time has been reduced due to Antoine Semenyo's rise as a right-wing competitor. Omar Marmoush, on the other hand, has chosen to depart City to seek more minutes on the pitch, with the belief that consistent game action will restore his impressive form from Eintracht Frankfurt, where he netted 15 goals in his last 17 matches. City is receptive to selling both players, deeming them non-essential, but will need replacements before the transfer deadline on September 1.[S4][S5][S6]
