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Tottenham Hotspur’s reported interest in Savio could develop into one of the summer’s most fascinating transfer stories. The Manchester City winger is believed to be open to a move in pursuit of more regular first-team football, and Spurs are reportedly exploring the possibility of bringing the talented Brazilian to North London.

While Savio’s arrival would significantly strengthen Tottenham’s attacking options, it would also create an intriguing selection dilemma. Both Savio and Mohammed Kudus are at their most dangerous operating from the right wing, where their pace, direct running and creativity can cause problems for opposition defences. With two high-profile players competing for the same role, De Zerbi could be forced to rethink his attacking setup.

One potential solution would be to deploy Kudus in a more central position. The Ghana international has repeatedly demonstrated his ability to influence games as an attacking midfielder, combining powerful ball-carrying, intelligent movement and a natural eye for goal. Savio, meanwhile, offers flexibility across the front line and has shown he is equally capable of making an impact from the left flank.

Another fascinating aspect of a potential Savio-Kudus partnership is the tactical flexibility it could offer Spurs. Similar to how Paris Saint-Germain’s front line operates, both players are comfortable drifting across multiple attacking positions rather than being restricted to one side of the pitch. During matches, Savio could move from the left to the right, while Kudus drops centrally or pushes wide, creating constant movement and making it difficult for defenders to track runners. That kind of fluid, interchangeable attack could give Tottenham an extra layer of unpredictability and make them far more dangerous in transition and possession.

Should Spurs secure Savio’s signature, an attacking trio featuring Savio on the left, Kudus on the right with Maddison in a central attacking role could provide a perfect balance of pace, creativity and unpredictability. On paper, it has the potential to become one of the Premier League’s most exciting attacking units heading into next season.