Man City stealing Tottenham's transfer target might reveal something better

A certain high-profile transfer saga could lead to a merry-go-round effect in the Premier League.
Brentford v Bournemouth - Premier League
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Antoine Semenyo of AFC Bournemouth is the Premier League player who is in demand the most right now. The forward's nine goals with three assists in 17 games in the division this season has attracted interest from many top clubs.

Semenyo has been linked with Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Manchester City. Pep Guardiola's side appears a very likely destination for the Bournemouth winger. This could cause a ripple effect throughout the Premier League.

According to football.london, "Manchester City star Savinho was chased in the previous window and Tottenham will be hoping Antoine Semenyo's potential arrival in Pep Guardiola's squad could allow the Brazilian to finally make what would be an expensive move. If not, others will be sought but only if (Thomas) Frank believes they improve his options for the long-term."

Could Tottenham finally get their hands on Savinho?

Savinho was reportedly keen on moving to Tottenham last summer, but ultimately, City blocked the move from happening. The Brazilian has since continued to be used as a fringe player by Guardiola.

This season, Savinho has not scored in the Premier League, but has provided two assists in 14 games. He is also yet to start a game in the division since a 1-0 loss to Aston Villa back in October. The winger is also yet to find the back of the net in the Champions League this season. However, he did make an assist in a 2-0 win over Villarreal.

The EFL Cup is where Savinho has managed to score. The Brazilian has two goals in the competition so far, which came in wins against Swansea City and Brentford.

It is no surprise that Savinho would like to leave City to ensure regular game time. It is a World Cup year, and he has not been in a Brazilian squad since last March. Savinho needs to start impressing if Carlo Ancelotti is to pick him for the tournament in North America next summer.

At Tottenham, Savinho would be competing with the likes of Mohammed Kudus, Brennan Johnson, and Wilson Odobert for a starting place. The winger's ability to play on either flank as well as centrally could make him a very useful asset for Thomas Frank.

Despite being just 21, Savinho has experience playing for Atlético Mineiro, PSV, and Girona. He was also at Troyes, which, along with Girona, is also part of the City Football Group.

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