Manchester City supporters have reacted with disbelief after reports emerged that Tottenham are working on an ambitious double deal for Savinho and Omar Marmoush.
According to Goal, Tottenham are advancing talks over a move for both Manchester City attackers. The potential deal has immediately caused concern among City supporters, particularly because the club are already facing a major rebuilding project under new head coach Enzo Maresca.
A City Xtra post discussing the Tottenham interest triggered a remarkable response from fans on X. Some supporters were stunned by the possibility of losing two attacking players in the same deal.
Others questioned who would remain at the club if more players were allowed to leave.
The overall mood was dominated by frustration, disbelief and concern about the direction of Manchester City’s squad.
One supporter summed up the reaction simply by asking: “Brooo who will Man City have?”
That question captured the mood perfectly.
Man City fans fear the club are selling too many players
The strongest theme in the reactions was concern about the number of potential departures.
One supporter described Manchester City as a “Selling club”, while another claimed, “we selling everyone now.”
Another fan asked, “Who go remain abeg,” reflecting genuine concern that the squad could be dramatically reduced before the transfer window closes.
These reactions may have been exaggerated for social media, but they reveal a growing anxiety among supporters.
Manchester City have already experienced considerable change during the summer. With Maresca succeeding Pep Guardiola in June 2026, the club are beginning a new era.
Naturally, some changes to the squad were expected.
However, supporters appear increasingly uncomfortable with the possibility of losing established attacking options while also needing to strengthen elsewhere.
The prospect of Tottenham signing both Savinho and Marmoush has therefore struck a particularly sensitive nerve.
Savinho departure would hurt some supporters
Savinho is still relatively young, but many City supporters have high expectations for the Brazilian winger.
His pace, dribbling ability and one-versus-one threat make him an attractive attacking option. Losing him could leave City without one of their most explosive wide players.
That explains why the Tottenham story generated such an emotional response.
One supporter reacted with “WHATTT THE FUCK IS GOING ONNNNNN”, while another simply called the situation “madness.”
The reaction is understandable.
For supporters who believe Savinho should be given more time to develop at the Etihad, a permanent move would be difficult to accept.
There is also an argument that Maresca should be allowed to assess the Brazilian before making a final decision.
A new manager can bring different tactical ideas. A player who may not have been a guaranteed starter under Guardiola could become much more important under Maresca.
That makes the possibility of selling Savinho especially intriguing.
Marmoush adds another layer to the concern
The potential departure of Omar Marmoush has also raised eyebrows.
The Egypt international offers a different attacking profile from Savinho. His versatility allows him to operate across the frontline, while his pace and direct running can create problems for defenders.
Having two such players targeted by Tottenham has therefore made some supporters wonder whether Manchester City are preparing for a major attacking overhaul.
The reaction from one supporter was simply laughter, while another wrote “Zzzzzzzz.”
Those responses may look dismissive, but they form part of a much wider frustration.
Some fans appear tired of transfer rumours involving City players leaving the club.
They want clarity.
More importantly, they want to know what the squad will look like when the new season progresses.
‘4-5 signings needed in 2 weeks’
Perhaps the most revealing reaction came from a supporter who wrote that City need “4-5 signings” in two weeks.
Another claimed the club need seven players.
Whether those numbers are realistic or not, the sentiment behind them is significant.
Fans believe Manchester City still need reinforcements.
If Savinho and Marmoush were both to leave, the pressure to recruit attacking replacements would become even greater.
That could create a difficult situation for the club.
Manchester City would potentially have to sell players while simultaneously finding replacements and strengthening other areas of the squad.
For a new manager like Maresca, that would be a major challenge.
The timing also matters.
As the transfer window approaches its final stages, every departure creates less time to find an adequate replacement.
Fans are questioning the club’s transfer strategy
The reactions go beyond Savinho and Marmoush.
They also highlight wider concerns about Manchester City’s transfer strategy.
One fan wrote that the club should be dissolved, while another joked about “running for the hills before we go down.”
These comments are clearly exaggerated social media reactions rather than serious predictions about City’s future.
However, they demonstrate the emotional impact of the latest transfer report.
Manchester City supporters have become accustomed to watching the club operate from a position of strength.
The possibility of Tottenham taking two attackers in one deal feels very different.
It also raises questions about squad planning.
If Savinho and Marmoush are both available for transfer, are they genuinely surplus to requirements under Maresca?
Or could their departures be financially motivated?
And, most importantly, who replaces them?
Those are questions supporters will want answered.
Some fans jokingly want Julián Álvarez back
Amid the frustration, one supporter asked an intriguing question: “¿Y si vuelve Julián?”
Translated from Spanish, that means: “What if Julián comes back?”
The reference to Julián Álvarez is particularly interesting because it reflects a familiar reaction from football supporters whenever their club faces an attacking crisis.
Former City striker Álvarez remains a popular figure among many supporters, and his name can quickly appear whenever City fans feel the squad needs another forward.
Of course, there is no indication from the information provided that a return is actually being considered.
The comment was more likely a humorous response to the possibility of City losing more attacking talent.
Still, it shows just how dramatically the mood changed after the Tottenham report emerged.
Why Tottenham’s interest is causing concern
Tottenham’s reported pursuit is significant because the club are not being linked with just one City attacker.
Goal reports that Tottenham are working on a double deal involving both Savinho and Marmoush, with talks advancing.
That makes the story considerably more serious from a City perspective than a routine transfer rumour.
If Spurs were interested in one player, City could potentially consider the proposal in isolation.
But two departures would immediately change the squad’s attacking depth.
Maresca would then have to find solutions quickly.
That is precisely why some supporters have reacted so strongly.
The comments suggest that fans do not necessarily oppose every sale. Instead, they are worried about the cumulative effect of multiple departures.
Maresca faces an important decision
For Maresca, the situation represents one of the biggest tests of his early Manchester City reign.
The former Guardiola era is over, and the new manager has an opportunity to shape the squad according to his own tactical philosophy.
That could mean some players leave.
However, Maresca must also ensure that the squad remains competitive.
Savinho and Marmoush both offer attacking qualities that could be useful in a system built around movement, pressing and quick transitions.
Selling both would therefore require careful consideration.
The manager and City’s recruitment team must decide whether the financial benefits of a potential deal outweigh the sporting consequences.
‘We need seven players’ – the bigger picture
Ultimately, the reaction to the Tottenham story is less about one transfer and more about Manchester City’s wider squad situation.
The comments “we need 7 players” and “4-5 signings needed in 2 weeks” may be exaggerated, but they capture the concerns of a fanbase that expects more activity.
Supporters want Manchester City to remain competitive immediately.
They also want the club to build a squad capable of supporting Maresca’s vision.
If Savinho and Marmoush stay, City retain two valuable attacking options.
If they leave, the club will need to respond.
And they will need to do so quickly.
For now, Tottenham’s reported interest has produced more panic than excitement among Manchester City supporters.
The reaction on X ranged from disbelief to anger, with many fans questioning the direction of the club’s transfer business.
The biggest message from supporters is clear: they do not want Manchester City to become a club that simply sells without replacing its best players.
With Tottenham reportedly pushing for both Savinho and Marmoush, the coming days could prove crucial.
And if both attackers do leave, Maresca and Manchester City’s recruitment team will have very little room for error.
