Pep Guardiola insists Sávio will stay at Man City despite Tottenham interest
Pep Guardiola calls Sávio “an extraordinary player” and expects him to stay at Manchester City, despite Tottenham Hotspur showing strong interest in the winger.
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- August 16, 2025
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has spoken about the future of Brazilian winger Sávio, making his stance clear while leaving the door slightly open should the player himself push for a move.
Guardiola’s Praise for Sávio
Speaking ahead of City’s upcoming fixtures, Guardiola described Sávio as “an extraordinary player”, underlining just how highly he rates the 20-year-old. The Catalan coach went further, insisting that he expects the youngster to remain at the Etihad and play a key role in City’s project for the coming seasons.
“He’s an extraordinary player. I expect him to stay at Manchester City to be an important part of our project,” Guardiola said.
This is perhaps the strongest indication yet that Sávio, who impressed last season on loan at Girona, is part of City’s long-term vision rather than a player they are looking to move on.
Tottenham’s Interest Still Alive
However, the story doesn’t end there. Tottenham Hotspur remain very interested in signing the winger. According to multiple sources, Sávio’s representatives are currently in London holding discussions with Spurs as they continue to explore the possibility of a deal.
The challenge for Tottenham is obvious: Manchester City are in no mood to sell. Despite Spurs’ interest and inquiries, City have reportedly rejected approaches for the player, underlining their stance that Sávio is not for sale at this stage.
Guardiola Leaves the Door Ajar
Interestingly, Guardiola did not entirely shut the door on the possibility of Sávio leaving. While reiterating that no player has come to his office asking to leave this summer, he acknowledged that in football, situations can change quickly — and ultimately, the final decision often lies with the player himself.
“No one asked to leave Manchester City this summer,” Guardiola explained. “But if it’s the player who decides, then we have to follow the situation.”
That subtle remark suggests that while City are determined to keep Sávio, they are not completely immune to circumstances should the player push for an exit.
What Happens Next?
For now, Tottenham’s pursuit of Sávio looks like a difficult one. City’s strong position, combined with Guardiola’s belief in the winger’s future at the Etihad, makes this a deal that won’t be easy — nor imminent. Spurs may keep trying, but as things stand, Sávio appears set to continue in sky blue.
Still, with the transfer window far from over and agents already in London, this is certainly a story worth following in the coming weeks.
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