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Tottenham only have one choice to make with Savio

Just before Tottenham Hotspur went on a group retreat to beautiful Marbella in Spain after a 1-1 draw with Manchester United, star winger Savio suffered a thigh…

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 12:00 PM
Tottenham only have one choice to make with Savio
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Joe Soriano argues Tottenham Hotspur should not risk playing winger Savio against Leeds United.
  • Savio suffered a thigh injury after a 1-1 draw with Manchester United but has recently returned to training.
  • Manager Roberto De Zerbi previously suggested Savio would likely return after the November international break.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Hotspur HQ's Joe Soriano argues that Tottenham Hotspur must not risk winger Savio against Leeds United this weekend, despite his return to training following a thigh injury. Manager Roberto De Zerbi previously indicated that the Brazilian winger would likely return after the November international break, and the writer believes Spurs should stick strictly to that cautious recovery plan.

Soriano notes that Tottenham have won three straight matches in Savio's absence, with wingers Mathys Tel and Mohammed Kudus excelling in attack. Given De Zerbi's careful management of soft tissue injuries, Soriano contends that resting Savio allows him to make a full return on November 21 against Ipswich Town.

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