Tottenham 5-1 Charlton: Jamie Redknapp praises Savio after goalscoring debut as Roberto De Zerbi challenges new signing
New Tottenham signing Savio made an impressive debut, scoring a goal and providing an assist in a 5-1 Carabao Cup victory over Charlton. Manager Roberto De Zerbi praised the performance while challenging the young Brazilian to maintain his high level of play.
Why it matters
The performance highlights the immediate impact of a high-profile £85m transfer on Tottenham's attacking depth.
Jamie Redknapp says Savio "lit up the place" on his Tottenham debut, but Roberto De Zerbi has challenged his latest signing to reach new heights after his stunning start to life at the club. <p>Savio, who joined the club on Tuesday in an <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/13575398/savio-transfer-news-tottenham-sign-winger-from-manchester-city-in-lb85m-deal">£85m move from Manchester City</a>, instantly made himself a fan favourite just over 24 hours after his arrival by scoring and grabbing an assist during a 20-minute cameo in Spurs' 5-1 Carabao Cup win over Charlton.</p><p>The Brazilian brought excitement and flair with every touch, and despite only scoring once in the Premier League last season, showed some much-needed end product for a Tottenham team who netted just 48 times themselves.</p><widget id="3"></widget><p>His brilliant introduction earned praise from former Tottenham midfielder Redknapp, who claimed the 22-year-old was exactly the type of spark fans want at the club.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/tottenham-hotspur-vs-charlton-athletic/report/577440"><strong>Tottenham 5-1 Charlton: Match report & highlights</strong></a></li><li><strong><a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/11675/13577314/tottenham-vs-charlton-live-carabao-cup-second-round-score-updates-news-prediction-lineups-and-how-to-watch-or-stream">As it happened</a> |…
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