Tottenham Hotspur are on the brink of completing a high‑profile double acquisition from Manchester City, targeting both the Brazilian forward Savinho and Egyptian attacker Omar Marmoush. The North London club has reportedly settled on an £85 million package for Savinho, which breaks down into an upfront £75 million fee plus up to £10 million in performance‑related add‑ons.
Sources suggest that roughly half of those potential bonuses – about £5 million – are effectively guaranteed, meaning City is set to receive a minimum of £80 million for the 22‑year‑old striker. A medical examination is slated for Friday afternoon, after which the deal should be formally sealed. In parallel, negotiations for Marmoush appear to be moving swiftly.
The Egyptian international has reportedly given his consent to a move to Tottenham, and both clubs are said to be ironing out the finer points of the agreement. While exact financial terms have not been disclosed, the consensus among insiders is that the transfer is nearing completion and will likely be announced before the window shuts. Tottenham have already broken the £200 million barrier in summer spending, having splashed out £185 million on two midfielders – Sandro Tonali from Newcastle and Matheus Fernandes from West Ham – earlier in the window.
They also secured Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton for £52 million to replace the departing centre‑back Cristian Romero. In addition, free‑transfer signings such as Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson and Martin Dubravka have bolstered the squad without further transfer fees.
Savinho’s prospective exit would represent Manchester City’s record sale, overtaking the £82 million fee received for Julian Álvarez’s move to Atlético Madrid in the summer of 2024. Since joining City in 2024, Savinho has struggled to cement a regular place, starting only seven of his 24 Premier League appearances last season, scoring once and providing two assists.
His limited involvement appears to have fueled his desire for a fresh challenge, a sentiment echoed by City manager Enzo Maresca, who confirmed that the Brazilian had repeatedly expressed his wish to leave the Etihad. Maresca, who is embarking on his first season in charge after the departure of Pep Guardiola, has been busy reshaping the squad. He has overseen the departure of Ballon d’Or winner and World Cup‑winning midfielder Rodri to Barcelona and is now preparing for the exits of Savinho and Marmoush. When asked about attempts to retain Rodri, Maresca admitted that convincing a player who is determined to move on is a difficult task: “When a player wants a new challenge, whether it’s more playing time, a different league, or personal reasons, it becomes complicated to keep them.” Sky Sports analyst Ben Ransom noted that both Savinho and Marmoush have become surplus to City’s requirements this summer.
He explained that while the club would like to keep talented players, they also recognise the importance of allowing athletes to pursue regular first‑team football elsewhere, especially when a satisfactory offer emerges. Ransom added that City will likely need to find replacements for at least one of the departing forwards, if not both, and that the timing – with the transfer window closing in less than two weeks – makes the task more challenging. Financially, Tottenham appear to be in a strong position to fund these acquisitions.
The club’s revenue streams have expanded dramatically thanks to the multi‑use nature of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which hosts football matches, NFL games, concerts and other events. According to the Deloitte Football Money League, Spurs have leap‑frogged Chelsea to become the ninth‑richest football club worldwide, generating £549.2 million in annual revenue. This financial health, combined with the Premier League’s recent shift to a squad cost ratio model, has given Spurs greater flexibility under the new financial regulations.
Former chairman Daniel Levy’s departure at the start of the previous season marked a strategic shift for the club. New leadership has pledged to invest heavily in the playing squad, a promise that resonates with fans after the club narrowly avoided relegation on the final day of the previous campaign.
The influx of cash has already manifested in a flurry of signings, and the impending arrivals of Savinho and Marmoush signal a continued commitment to strengthening the attacking options. If the deals go through, Tottenham will add a versatile Brazilian forward with Premier League experience and a dynamic Egyptian winger who has impressed on the international stage. Both players could provide depth and competition for places, addressing concerns about squad rotation and injury cover as the club competes on multiple fronts, including the Premier League, domestic cups and European competition.
The story continues to develop, and fans can stay updated via Sky Sports’ various platforms, including their WhatsApp service for breaking news, video highlights, and in‑depth analysis. As the transfer deadline looms, all eyes will be on the negotiations, the medicals, and the final paperwork that will determine whether Tottenham’s ambitious summer spending translates into a strengthened squad ready to challenge for honors in the coming season.