The decision to leave the player out was confirmed by Tottenham head coach
Impact and team updates
Savio had made a notable impression during his debut earlier in the week, contributing to a 5-1 victory over Charlton Athletic in the Carabao Cup. After coming off the bench to score one goal and provide an assist, he had been widely expected to feature against Newcastle, with some speculation suggesting he could have been included in the starting lineup.
While Tottenham manages the absence of their new signing, Newcastle United is preparing for the potential debut of midfielder Nico González. The 24-year-old Spaniard, who recently moved to St James’ Park from Manchester City in a deal potentially reaching £52 million, has been named among the substitutes. Newcastle head coach Matthias Jaissle expressed confidence in the player’s ability to integrate into the squad, noting that González has looked sharp in training and possesses significant potential to contribute to the team’s style of play.
