Tottenham have completed the signing of Savio from Manchester City for an initial £75m, both clubs confirmed on 25 August 2026. The 22-year-old Brazil winger becomes one of the most expensive signings in Spurs’ history, and he arrives in north London with a fresh identity: the player known as Savinho at the Etihad will wear his real name, Savio, at Spurs. “Wishing you all the best, Savinho,” City posted on X. “Welcome to Tottenham, Savio,” came the reply.
The deal: £75m and a rare City-to-Spurs transfer
The move is officially confirmed, with Tottenham paying an initial £75m for the winger. Direct transfers between Manchester City and Spurs are rare, and this one hands City a substantial profit on a player they signed from Troyes, a City Football Group club, in 2024.
For Spurs, it is a statement of intent in the final week of the summer window: a 22-year-old Brazil international, already proven in the Premier League, bought to be a starter rather than a project.
What Savio brings to the Premier League title chase
Savio arrives with two seasons of Premier League experience and 13 caps and 1 goal for Brazil. A direct, left-footed wide player, he gives Spurs genuine one-v-one threat and the kind of ball-carrying that stretches deep defensive blocks.
At City he had to fight for minutes in one of the deepest squads in Europe. At Tottenham, a £75m fee brings expectation but also guaranteed opportunity, and his battle with the club’s existing wide options will shape how the Spurs attack looks this season.
New club, new name: why Savinho is now Savio
The name change is the quirkiest subplot of the deal. In 2024, the player explained that Brazil’s national team had printed “Savinho” on his shirt, and he asked City to keep it for luck when he moved to Manchester that year.
Now the attacker, whose full name is Savio Moreira de Oliveira, has reverted to his actual name for the Tottenham chapter. New club, new shirt, new name — a clean slate at 22.
What the sale means for Manchester City
From City’s perspective, this is ruthless squad economics: a young, sellable asset moved on for a premium fee within the Premier League. The £75m banked strengthens their position for the remainder of the window and beyond.
The friendly farewell post suggests no bad blood. But if Savio hits form quickly in north London, City fans may wonder whether selling a 22-year-old Brazil international to a direct top-four rival was a decision that comes back to bite them.
FAQ
How much did Tottenham pay for Savio?
Tottenham paid Manchester City an initial fee of £75m for Savio, with the transfer officially confirmed by both clubs on 25 August 2026.
Why has Savinho changed his name to Savio?
Savinho was a nickname Brazil’s national team printed on his shirt, which he kept at City for luck. At Tottenham he has reverted to his real name, Savio Moreira de Oliveira.
How old is Savio and how many Brazil caps does he have?
Savio is 22 years old and has won 13 caps for Brazil, scoring one goal for his country.
What position does Savio play?
Savio is a winger, known for his direct dribbling and one-v-one ability in wide areas, and he adds pace and creativity to the Tottenham attack.
Which clubs has Savio played for?
Savio came through at Atletico Mineiro in Brazil, was signed by Troyes, had loan spells at PSV Eindhoven and Girona, then joined Manchester City in 2024 before his £75m move to Tottenham.
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