The whole European football world is abuzz with the news that Savinho, the young Brazilian talent, has officially signed a new long-term contract with Manchester City. However, what has shocked fans is not the contract, but the extraordinary release clause – which could tie him to the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2031.
According to inside sources, Savinho’s new contract comes with a release clause of up to hundreds of millions of pounds, making it almost impossible to leave Man City in the next few years. Some British newspapers even described this as a “golden lock contract”, ensuring that Pep Guardiola will not lose his precious gem to any team – at least until he turns 26.
However, the matter does not stop there. While fans were delighted that Man City had retained their star talent, Savinho made a surprising request: he wanted the board to spend more in the upcoming transfer windows. Specifically, the Brazilian winger is said to have asked the club to bring in another world-class striker and a South American teammate to help him feel “more comfortable both on and off the pitch”.
A source close to the matter said:
“Savinho feels Manchester City are lacking creativity in attack and wants the club to invest more in attacking positions. He is asking for players who suit his style of play and help the team maintain the attractive attacking style that Pep Guardiola is aiming for.”
Many fans immediately split into two camps. One side believes Savinho is overconfident in his position, having only had a few impressive seasons in Europe but already “demanding” that a big club like Man City must indulge his personal wishes. Some harsh comments on social media wrote:
“He has just arrived here and is already demanding like a number one star? At Man City, no one has the right to give orders except Pep Guardiola.”
However, the other side sided with Savinho, saying that he was just showing his desire to win and his desire to play in a stronger team. A Brazilian fan account wrote:
“Savinho just wants City to continue to dominate European football. He has ambition – that’s not wrong.”
As for Pep Guardiola, the Spanish strategist remained silent. He only answered briefly in the press conference:
“Savinho is the future of the club. He knows that, and so do we. Everything else will be discussed internally.”
Experts assessed that Man City’s “tying down” Savinho until 2031 is a strategic move to protect the team’s valuable asset. He is emerging as one of Europe’s most explosive wingers, possessing pace, technique and a rare ability to create chances. Some pundits have even likened him to “a younger, more disciplined version of Neymar.”
However, the deal also raises the question: Is Savinho asking too much of a player who is just entering the superstar ranks?
Man City are a team with depth, but the spending demands – if real – could create a huge debate in the dressing room.
One thing is for sure: with a contract until 2031 and a huge release clause, Savinho will be the central figure of Man City for nearly a decade. And if the club does meet his demands, the blue empire of Manchester could continue to dominate European football for many more years – this time, with Savinho at the helm.
