{"id":1417138,"date":"2025-12-04T15:35:51","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T15:35:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=features&#038;p=1417138"},"modified":"2025-12-04T15:35:52","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T15:35:52","slug":"tactical-analysis-savinho-man-city-future","status":"publish","type":"features","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/features\/tactical-analysis-savinho-man-city-future\/","title":{"rendered":"Savinho analysis: Man City winger\u2019s dwindling minutes leaves his Etihad future at a crossroads"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/stats\/clubs\/tottenham-hotspur\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tottenham<\/a> pushed hard to sign <a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/stats\/clubs\/manchester-city\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Manchester City<\/a> winger Savinho over the summer.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spurs were keen to sign a left winger as they sought to secure a high-profile replacement for Son Heung-Min. Their search took them to Manchester, and specifically the Brazilian wing-wizard. However, their efforts were in vain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>In this article, we&#8217;ll cover:<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-savinho-dropping-down-the-city-pecking-order\" data-level=\"3\">Savinho dropping down the City pecking order<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-city-wideman-in-desperate-need-of-minutes\" data-level=\"3\">City wideman in desperate need of minutes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-january-exit-possible\" data-level=\"3\">January exit possible?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>City retained Savinho\u2019s services, in part due to a failure to land another attacker. What\u2019s more, the former Girona man penned a new deal at the Etihad Stadium in October. \u201cI am incredibly proud to be able to sign this new contract with City,\u201d Savinho said at the time. One has to wonder whether he regrets the decision to extend his stay with the Cityzens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Premier League season is now 14 games old for most. Of those 14, Savinho has started four, and been involved in a further six. The youngster\u2019s last league start came in a 1-0 defeat at Aston Villa in October. That Fulham scored twice in the 26 minutes he was on the pitch in midweek won\u2019t have been lost on Pep Guardiola. The City boss strode onto the pitch to single out Savinho for a post-match chat in west London after a sub-par cameo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-savinho-dropping-down-the-city-pecking-order\">Savinho dropping down the City pecking order<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a disappointing downturn in fortunes for Savinho, who had been expected to push on following a solid debut Premier League season. And yet, he\u2019s been restricted to a bit-part role under Guardiola, if that. Indeed, the City boss opted for Jeremy Doku and Phil Foden on the left and right, respectively, in the 5-4 win at Fulham on Wednesday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Spaniard also boasts ample wide options with Bernardo Silva and Oscar Bobb seemingly preferred on the right. Omar Marmoush, who jets off for AFCON later this month, is a handy deputy for Doku on the left. Even then, City are reportedly in the race for Antoine Semenyo in January. The Ghanaian, though, is a wanted man as the year draws to a close.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"article-page__title\">Dabble sign-up offer: <b data-stringify-type=\"bold\">Bet \u00a310+ &amp; Receive \u00a310 In Free Bets<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><strong>Not signed up to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/betting-sites\/dabble-sign-up-offer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dabble<\/a> yet? 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Stake not returned. Promotional Terms Apply.\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"http:\/\/gambleaware.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"http:\/\/GambleAware.org\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\">GambleAware.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That leaves Savinho is a predicament with the transfer window edging closer to opening. That\u2019s not to say Savinho is a poor player by any stretch. However, it\u2019s tough to see how he works his way back into the City starting XI anytime soon. This could prove crucial in any future decision by the player.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-city-wideman-in-desperate-need-of-minutes\">City wideman in desperate need of minutes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Savinho will be aware that he needs regular game time at the turn of the year. The World Cup is fast approaching and competition for a wide spot in the Selecao setup is rife. Without action, it leaves Savinho\u2019s City career at a bit of a crossroads. Yet, he hasn&#8217;t necessarily underperformed when called upon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some supporters may be happy to see the back of Savinho in the New Year, yet he\u2019s still proving a tough player to contain when netted. Having featured in all five of City\u2019s Champions League games this season, Guardiola still has some trust in the Brazil international. And Savinho, to his credit, is doing his best to repay the faith.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1417142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025-214x267.jpg 214w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025-160x200.jpg 160w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025-48x60.jpg 48w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025-120x150.jpg 120w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025-32x40.jpg 32w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/12\/04152730\/CityTakeonsPer90UCL_04122025.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Of those to have registered at least 300 minutes of action, only two \u2013 Lamine Yamal and teammate Doku \u2013 are completing more take ons per 90 than Savinho (3.8). 2.1 chances created per 90 is also a solid haul for the winger, even if he does have just one European assist to his name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Conversely, Savinho did play the full 90 of the recent Champions League home loss to Bayer Leverkusen. A much-changed City side fell to a 2-0 home defeat to the German side, which won\u2019t have appeased Guardiola. With automatic progression to the knockout stages still at stake, Guardiola is unlikely to name a fringe XI again anytime soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-january-exit-possible\">January exit possible?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This hardly bodes well for those pushing for game time, a group that includes Savinho. It\u2019s clear that there is a talented footballer there, but one that needs minutes to realise their potential. Unfortunately, regular action doesn\u2019t appear to be forthcoming for Savinho at City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, a lack of game time is starting to impact consistency. And despite penning a new deal two months\u2019 ago, Savinho may be wise to use the January window as a chance to seek a move to pastures new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>City are evidently looking to strengthen out wide, evident by links with a move for Semenyo. As such, a change of scenery may be what Savinho needs to rebuild his confidence. With the form of Doku and Foden, he\u2019s unlikely to get a chance to build up momentum. It leaves both player and club with a tough decision on their hands.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/\"><strong>Latest football news<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/football-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Football betting tips<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/betting-sites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Best betting sites<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/betting-sites\/best-free-bet-offers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Best free bet offers<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/football-tips\/accumulator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Football accumulator tips<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tottenham pushed hard to sign Manchester City winger Savinho over the summer. Spurs were keen to sign a left winger as they sought to secure a high-profile replacement for Son Heung-Min. Their search took them to Manchester, and specifically the Brazilian wing-wizard. However, their efforts were in vain. 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