Tottenham Hotspur has officially secured the transfer of Brazilian winger Sávio from Manchester City in a deal valued at £75 million. The 22-year-old player, who has previously used different variations of his name, has requested to be referred to as Sávio moving forward. This name will appear on his new No. 17 shirt.

The transfer coincides with a period of transition for the club, as noted by manager Roberto De Zerbi during a recent press conference. The No. 17 jersey became available following the departure of former captain Cristian Romero, who has transferred to Atlético Madrid. While the player’s history with the name Sávio dates back to his time before joining Manchester City, his decision to solidify the name change upon arriving at Tottenham has drawn attention during his introductory period with the club.

Manager Roberto De Zerbi has expressed optimism regarding the signing, framing the acquisition as a component of a broader rebranding effort for the team. The club is looking to integrate the winger into the squad immediately as they adjust their roster following Romero's exit. The move represents a significant financial investment for Tottenham as they seek to bolster their attacking options for the upcoming season.