Tottenham has ramped up its search for attacking reinforcements, inquiring about Chelsea's 26-year-old Portuguese winger Pedro Neto.
While Savinho remains the priority target for manager Roberto De Zerbi, the situation around Neto could be pivotal in this transfer saga.
Transfer Triangle: City, Chelsea, and Tottenham
Manchester City is stalling the deal for Savinho, insisting on locating a suitable replacement first.
Interest in Neto: The coaching staff at City, led by Enzo Maresca, sees Pedro Neto as the ideal candidate and has already held initial talks with the player's representatives.
Chelsea's Position: The Blues haven't put the Portuguese winger up for sale but are open to serious negotiations if a bid of at least £60 million comes in. The stiff competition in Chelsea's attack following Morgan Rogers' arrival makes Neto's departure a distinct possibility.
Alternative for Spurs: Tottenham is eyeing Neto as a contingency option and has communicated to City that they expect to resolve the Savinho situation within the next week to finalise their squad ahead of the Premier League season.
If Manchester City decides to meet the asking price for Neto, it could swiftly pave the way for Savinho's move to Tottenham.
