Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Brazilian winger Savinho from Troyes on a five-year deal.
The 20-year-old starred last season on loan at Girona, helping them finish third in LaLiga.
Both Girona and parent club Troyes are part of the City Group and he will now get the chance to represent Pep Guardiola’s Premier League champions.
The youngster said: “I’m so happy to be joining Manchester City, the Premier League champions and Club World Cup winners. Everyone knows they are the best team in the world right now, so to be here is very exciting for me.
“I’m excited about the chance to work under Pep Guardiola, one of the greatest coaches ever, and someone I know will help me improve even more.
“I had an amazing time in Spain and I’m looking forward to a new challenge of playing in the Premier League and alongside some of the best players in the world.
“I can’t wait to meet the fans and my new team-mates and hopefully be a part of bringing more success to City.”
Bem-vindo! 👋
We are delighted to announce the signing of Savinho! ✍️
— Manchester City (@ManCity) July 18, 2024
Savinho, also known as Savio, registered 10 goals and 11 assists in 41 appearances for Girona last season in all competitions.
He was also a member of Brazil’s squad for the Copa America this summer, appearing in all four games and scoring against Paraguay in the group stage.
Director of Football Txiki Begiristain added: “Savinho is a very exciting player and I think the City fans are really going to enjoy watching him.
“What he achieved last season at Girona was remarkable and he is already a full Brazil international. He has a big role to play for Manchester City this season and beyond.
“We are totally confident in his ability. He is still young and has the potential to become even better, and everyone knows that Pep is the best at helping players develop even further.
“But he has already shown his huge quality and technical ability and is an exciting addition to our attacking area.”
The youngster started his career at Athetico Miniero in Brazil before joining Troyes in the summer of 2022.
