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Tottenham's £70m bid for Savinho rejected by City

Tottenham's £70m bid for Brazilian winger Savinho was rejected by Manchester City, who consider him untouchable. City has no financial incentive to sell.

Tottenham's £70m bid for Brazilian winger Savinho was rejected by Manchester City last summer. The Portuguese club has made its position clear, describing the player as untouchable despite Spurs' interest.

City's assessment of Savinho's contract until June 2031 and the lack of financial pressure mean any sale would start at £75‑80m, a figure City considers theoretical. Tottenham, meanwhile, remains frustrated but may need to wait for a new opportunity.