'One day' - Girona sensation Savinho targeting Man City breakthrough despite Barcelona transfer interest

The 19-year-old Brazilian is enjoying a purple patch since joining Girona from Troyes on loan in the summer. He has appeared in 18 matches for the club where he scored five times and provided as many assists. He recently contributed to Girona's fourth goal as they thrashed Barcelona 4-2 on Sunday.

After contributing immensely to his team's success, who are currently leading the Spanish title race, Savinho has expressed his desire to don the Manchester City jersey in the future.

Speaking to Premier League Brasil, the winger said, "I have the goal of playing for City , yes, I think that when I was hired my goal was always to get to City and I'm working towards that. But I have to keep my focus on Girona and do things well to get there. If one day I arrive at City, you can be sure that I did things well at Girona, as I am doing. I want to continue working here so that one day I can reach City, which is my reference point.

"(Guardiola and I) never had any contact, I only saw him up close. He hired Kayky, who was from Fluminense, Gabriel Jesus, so he seems to get along well with Brazilians. It's letting things happen naturally so that, God willing, one day, he can train me."

The teenager's eye-catching football has attracted several clubs including Barcelona and Real Madrid. SPORT had earlier reported that Barcelona's sporting director Deco had held talks with the player's representatives as the Catalan giants are plotting a summer move for him.

Savinho's current contract with Troyes expires in 2027 and it remains to be seen if the club agree to let their player leave on a permanent transfer next summer. For now, he remains focused on Girona as they are set to face Alaves next in La Liga on December 18.