The 2023-2024 season has witnessed one of the biggest surprises called Girona . The home team of Estadi Montilivi has become Real Madrid's biggest rival in the La Liga championship race for much of the campaign. Even though they were out of breath in the final stages, Michel and his team still ranked 3rd overall and won a ticket to the Champions League. Notably, Savinho became the biggest bright spot next to Artem Dovbyk.
With his sublimation, the Brazilian star helped Girona reach new heights in its first promoted season. The striker born in 2004 contributed 9 goals and 10 assists in 37 matches in La Liga. Before his impressive performance, Savinho became the most sought-after name in the summer of 2024.
Man City took the initiative and spent 40 million Euros to own the 20-year-old star. In the Premier League and under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, Savinho promises to become a bright star at Etihad. With the speed-oriented tournament in the foggy country, the Brazilian striker has enough qualities to meet this requirement.
Last season, Girona was not strong in counter-attacking ability. However, Savinho's quick attacks on the field have helped Michel's team escape difficult situations many times. In particular, what Savinho can do in tight spaces and one-on-one situations will become an advantage at Man City.
From a very difficult position to tackle, Savinho was still able to pass and few full-backs could keep up with the Brazilian star. He is particularly effective in harassing the opposing defense with his passes and cross-field passes. This shows why the 20-year-old young talent topped the creative index in La Liga last season. Although he is only ranked 4th in the assists chart, his expected assist index is 9.9 (highest in the tournament).
Savinho is a left-footed left winger. This makes him unique at a time when teams tend to use players with the right foot. Besides, this style of play helps the Brazilian star feel comfortable keeping the ball at the edge and stretching the opponent's defense. Leroy Sane is one of the few similar cases. The German striker has scored or assisted many times in his four years with Man City.
In fact, only two players have touched the ball in the final third of the field more than Savinho in La Liga in the 2023-2024 season. Meanwhile, the star born in 2004 has made more dribbles than anyone else. For a player so young and with limited experience in the top flight, Savinho's confidence is impressive.
Additionally, the former Girona player can also play on the opposite side. This role was played by Savinho for the Brazilian team at Copa America 2024. Man City's rookie scored the first international goal of his career against Paraguay and made an impact from the bench against Costa Rica ( 5 successful dribbles and 7 dribbles into the penalty area in 20 minutes of participation).
With his potential, Savinho promises to bring fresh diversity to Pep Guardiola's squad. Although the Brazilian star will have to compete for positions with Jack Grealish and Jeremy Doku, he will certainly become formidable when integrated into Man City's ball control system.
