Manchester City fans have reacted with a mixture of frustration, disbelief and reluctant acceptance after reports claimed Tottenham are closing in on a deal for Savinho.
According to the report, Tottenham have reached a verbal agreement with the Brazilian winger and Manchester City are now waiting for an official proposal from the North London club.
The current expectation is that Tottenham could eventually reach the £85 million figure required to convince City to sell.
For some Manchester City supporters, that would represent excellent business.
For others, however, the idea of losing Savinho is difficult to accept, particularly after weeks of transfer speculation surrounding the winger.
The reaction to the latest City Xtra post on X shows just how divided the fanbase has become.
While one supporter described £85m as “good money,” another insisted there was “no chance” City would sell Savinho for that amount.
Others have simply grown tired of hearing the same transfer story repeatedly.
Some City fans believe £85m is excellent money
Not every Manchester City supporter is unhappy about the possibility of Savinho leaving.
One of the clearest reactions came from Frnk, who wrote:
“That’s good money right there.”
The comment received significant engagement and reflects a straightforward view of the situation.
If Tottenham are genuinely prepared to pay £85m for Savinho, Manchester City would have an opportunity to make a substantial profit and reinvest the money elsewhere.
From a business perspective, that could be difficult for the club to ignore.
Savinho remains a talented young winger with plenty of potential.
However, £85m is also an enormous transfer fee.
For supporters who believe City have sufficient attacking options, accepting such an offer could make sense.
The money could potentially be used to strengthen other areas of the squad.
That is especially relevant as new head coach Enzo Maresca continues to shape the Manchester City squad following his appointment in June 2026.
Other fans are furious about the possibility
There is, however, a completely different mood among other City supporters.
One fan translated a reaction from Arabic as:
“I swear to God, every piece of news is worse than the last.”
That comment perfectly captures the frustration surrounding the transfer rumours.
For some supporters, losing Savinho would be another disappointing development during an already eventful summer.
The winger has become a popular figure among sections of the City fanbase.
His pace, dribbling ability and direct style make him an exciting player to watch.
As a result, the prospect of seeing him move to a Premier League rival is particularly difficult for some supporters to accept.
“No chance we sell him for that price”
Perhaps the strongest rejection of the story came from Al, who wrote:
“No chance we sell him for that price.”
Interestingly, this reaction suggests that some supporters actually believe £85m is too low.
That is a significant development in the debate.
Rather than seeing £85m as an attractive offer, these fans believe Savinho’s value should be even higher.
It highlights the difference between market value and perceived value.
Manchester City supporters may believe that Savinho’s age, potential and Premier League experience mean the club should demand an even larger fee.
If Tottenham are serious about signing him, they could therefore face a difficult negotiation.
Fans are tired of hearing the same story
One of the strongest themes in the reaction was frustration with the repeated nature of the Savinho reports.
Yozora Asuno described it as:
“Same regurgitated info smh.”
Damien was even more direct, calling it “old news.”
Meanwhile, another supporter complained about hearing the “same old” reports week after week with nothing actually happening.
That frustration is understandable.
Transfer stories can circulate for weeks before a deal reaches its final stages.
Supporters are therefore increasingly reluctant to celebrate or panic until an official announcement arrives.
The Savinho situation appears to have reached exactly that stage.
There are reports of an agreement with the player.
There is an expectation that Tottenham will submit an offer.
But until the clubs agree a fee, the transfer remains unfinished.
“He’s being held hostage”
Another fan, Jumpman, joked:
“He’s being held hostage atp.”
The comment reflects the bizarre feeling surrounding Savinho’s future.
The winger continues to be linked with Tottenham, yet the deal has not been completed.
That has left supporters wondering why the transfer has taken so long.
From the player’s perspective, a verbal agreement with Tottenham could indicate that his future preference is becoming clearer.
From City’s perspective, however, the club still have the final say if the required transfer fee has not been reached.
That explains why the reported £85m figure is so important.
Questions over whether Tottenham will actually pay £85m
Not all supporters believe Tottenham will reach the reported valuation.
Warren Hutton claimed that the final package would not actually be £85m.
Instead, he predicted a deal closer to £65m plus add-ons.
That is an important distinction.
Headline transfer fees can sometimes include performance-related bonuses, appearances, trophies or other conditions.
Therefore, supporters will naturally want to know exactly how much Manchester City would receive immediately and how much would depend on future conditions.
For City fans who want Savinho sold, £85m sounds attractive.
But if the guaranteed portion is substantially lower, the reaction could change.
The “here we go” reaction says everything
One of the more amusing responses came from Bronze Age Life Enjoyer, who wrote:
“The ‘here we go’ gonna be soooo sweet.”
That comment suggests the supporter is eagerly waiting for confirmation of Savinho’s departure.
It also demonstrates that there is a section of the fanbase that has already made up its mind.
For these supporters, the transfer would be positive because it would generate a major fee and potentially allow Manchester City to strengthen elsewhere.
The phrase also reflects the current state of transfer discourse.
Until the deal is officially confirmed, supporters remain caught between speculation and reality.
Some fans think Savinho’s departure is already inevitable
Another supporter suggested that Savinho is effectively “being held hostage.”
Meanwhile, several comments implied that the latest report was nothing new.
This shows that many City fans have already accepted the possibility of the Brazilian leaving.
The question now is not necessarily whether Savinho wants Tottenham.
It is whether Tottenham will provide the money Manchester City want.
That makes the reported £85m valuation the central issue.
If Spurs meet it, City could be forced to make a major decision.
If they fall short, the winger could remain at the Etihad.
What would Savinho’s exit mean for Maresca?
Savinho’s potential departure would also be significant for Maresca.
The new Manchester City head coach has inherited a squad containing a mixture of established stars and younger attacking players.
Savinho represents the latter category.
His ability to take on defenders and create something from nothing gives City a different attacking option.
Selling him would therefore create another squad decision for Maresca.
The manager would need to determine whether the existing squad can compensate for his departure or whether a replacement should be recruited.
However, an £85m transfer fee would give City considerable financial flexibility.
That could make the decision easier from a sporting and financial perspective.
The transfer could divide City supporters even further
The reactions to the City Xtra post demonstrate that there is no universal opinion on Savinho’s future.
Some fans see £85m as excellent business.
Others think the fee is too low.
Some are frustrated by the constant speculation.
Others are simply waiting for the transfer to be completed.
That division is likely to continue until Tottenham make their official proposal.
If Spurs meet City’s demands, the conversation will quickly move from speculation to replacement plans.
If they do not, supporters may once again have to endure another round of reports about negotiations.
For now, the most important detail is that Tottenham have reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Savinho.
Manchester City are waiting for an official offer.
The expectation is that Tottenham could move towards the £85m figure required to complete the deal.
City fans now want clarity
Ultimately, the reaction from Manchester City supporters can be summed up in one word: uncertainty.
Some want the club to accept the money.
Others believe Savinho is worth considerably more.
A significant group simply wants the endless speculation to stop.
The next step belongs to Tottenham.
If Spurs submit an offer that satisfies Manchester City’s demands, Savinho’s departure could finally become reality.
For Maresca, that would mean losing an exciting attacking option before the new era at City has fully taken shape.
For the club’s hierarchy, however, an £85m sale would provide significant funds to strengthen the squad.
And for supporters, the debate will continue until the paperwork is signed.
One thing is clear from the reaction: Manchester City fans are far from united over Savinho’s future.
