Man City Stand Firm on Savinho, Ending Rodrygo Transfer Rumours

Manchester City have made their stance clear on Brazilian winger Savinho, effectively shutting the door on any possibility of Rodrygo Goes joining the club this summer.

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Premier League champions informed Tottenham on Wednesday that they have no intention of selling Savinho — not even for a fee as high as €70 million.

The decision means City will not pursue a move for Real Madrid’s Rodrygo, who has been repeatedly linked with the Etihad as a potential replacement should Savinho leave.

Rodrygo, meanwhile, continues to attract interest from several top clubs including Arsenal, Tottenham, and Chelsea, but City are now officially out of the race.

Opinion: A Wise Decision or a Missed Opportunity?

On the surface, City’s refusal to entertain offers for Savinho makes sense. The 20-year-old has shown flashes of brilliance and seems tailor-made for Pep Guardiola’s long-term project. His pace, creativity, and potential upside mean City would rather nurture him into a world-beater than risk losing him prematurely.

But then, there’s the other side of the coin. Rodrygo is already a proven performer at the highest level, having delivered in Champions League knockout stages for Real Madrid. A player of his caliber could have added an immediate edge to City’s frontline, especially with the club always looking to refresh and stay ahead in England and Europe.

Ultimately, City’s stance reflects their confidence in youth and continuity over making yet another blockbuster signing. It sends a strong message: they don’t just buy stars—they build them.

For now, fans may dream of a Rodrygo reunion with fellow Brazilians at the Etihad, but it seems Guardiola has made his bet on Savinho. And if the youngster delivers, this decision could be remembered as another masterstroke in City’s transfer strategy.