Barcelona not in concrete talks to sign 19-year-old winger owned by City Football Group

Over the past few weeks, there have been a lot of rumblings about Barcelona being interested in Girona winger Savinho.

The 19-year-old Brazilian prospect, who also goes by the name Savio, has been making a big impression at Girona this season, having arrived on loan from sister club Troyes, both of whom are owned by the City Football Group, the owners of Manchester City.

Savinho has been one of Girona’s best players this term and has helped them take top spot in La Liga, which has seemingly landed him on Barcelona’s radars.

No concrete talks from Barcelona’s end

It has been reported that Barcelona sporting director Deco is very keen on bringing in Savinho to the club in the summer of 2024.

However, Fabrizio Romano (via Caught Offside) has now confirmed that despite the murmurs surrounding Barça and Savinho, there are no concrete talks about a move at this point.

Instead, the reliable journalist went on to add that there may be plans for Manchester City to bring him into their team from their sister club in the future.

“Savio – Part of City Group at Girona, a potential future move to Man City was part of the original plan for Savio when they signed him,” Romano said.

“It’s a normal plan but it’s not something guaranteed or decided yet, they want him to focus on Girona as he’s having a great season. Despite rumours, Barcelona are not in concrete talks to sign him.”

Barcelona looking for a left winger

Despite having a plethora of attacking resources at their disposal, Barcelona are understood to be looking for a new left-sided winger to strengthen the squad next summer.

Xavi does not have a natural wide player on the left flank at this point and has had to rely on players like Joao Felix and Ferran Torres.

As such, links to the likes of Nico Williams and Savinho have surfaced in recent weeks, but it remains to be seen if Barcelona are successful in their pursuits.