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Statistical standout: Savio leads Premier League in these ‘two’ stats even as Tottenham’s nightmarish start continues

Savio leads the Premier League in key passes and successful dribbles per 90, highlighting his impact for struggling Tottenham.

By Shehryar Edibam · To The Lane And Back

Published: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 11:57 PM

Key Things to Know

Sávio leads the Premier League with 4.3 successful dribbles per 90 minutes.
The winger also ranks first in the league by averaging 3.0 key passes per 90 minutes.
Tottenham Hotspur sit in 20th place following a recent home defeat against Aston Villa.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Tottenham Hotspur winger Sávio has emerged as a top attacking performer in the Premier League despite the club sitting in 20th place following a home defeat to Aston Villa. According to statistics from WhoScored, the Brazilian summer signing leads the league in both key passes and successful dribbles per 90 minutes during the early 2026/27 campaign.

Sávio currently averages 4.3 successful dribbles and 3.0 key passes per 90 minutes under manager Roberto De Zerbi. Although De Zerbi has expressed concern regarding defensive fragility and structural balance, the 22-year-old winger remains a pivotal creative outlet as Spurs attempt to move out of the relegation zone.

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