Who will start in place of Savinho at Manchester City?
Manchester City are preparing for life without Savinho, who is on the verge of joining Tottenham in a deal worth around £43 million (R$303 million). The Brazilian winger’s departure has prompted Pep Guardiola to move quickly in search of a replacement to keep the attack firing at full strength.
Rodrygo leads Guardiola’s wish list
According to reports, City’s primary target is Real Madrid star Rodrygo. Guardiola views the 23-year-old Brazilian as an ideal fit for his high-intensity system and a like-for-like replacement for Savinho. However, Real Madrid have made it clear they will only consider offers close to €100 million (R$587 million), which would make Rodrygo one of the most expensive signings of the summer window.
The forward is also being monitored by Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, but Manchester City remain determined, with executives working behind the scenes to prepare a bid capable of swaying Los Blancos.
In-house solutions on the table
If a deal for Rodrygo proves unfeasible, Guardiola could turn to internal options. Rayan Cherki, Jérémy Doku and Phil Foden are all capable of stepping into the right-wing role, offering speed, creativity and flexibility. The manager values positional versatility and could rotate his frontline to maintain balance while integrating new signings.
Deadline pressure for Guardiola
With the transfer window clock ticking, City want to finalise Savinho’s replacement before the start of the season. Whether it’s Rodrygo, an emerging talent from within, or another high-profile signing, the objective remains clear preserve the attacking depth and style that have made Manchester City one of the most dominant clubs in world football.
