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Newcastle United Have Already Responded to Manchester United's Interest in Sandro Tonali
- On Feb 9, 2026, Manchester United added Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali to their shortlist as a potential Casemiro replacement, prioritising a central midfielder for 2026/27 and viewing Tonali as a partner for Kobbie Mainoo, The Telegraph reports.
- Tonali is understood to want Champions League football next season, and Giuseppe Riso says an exit from Eddie Howe's Newcastle United squad is possible after Arsenal declined to sign him.
- Market precedent shows clubs expect hard fees for top midfielders, with transfers exceeding 100m, making negotiations with the Newcastle selling club likely to be intense.
- United's chances rise if Newcastle fail to improve their season, as Howe said 'I don't think so, but lots of things happen without my knowledge.'
- United's recruitment strategy also includes several midfield targets, with Howe stating 'we want to keep our group together' and that season assessment will influence decisions.
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Newcastle rule out Tonali sale amid £100m Man United links
GistReel Newcastle United have moved to shut down speculation linking Sandro Tonali with a big-money summer move to Manchester United, insisting the Italian midfielder is not for sale despite growing interest from Premier League rivals. Reports in recent days have suggested Newcastle could demand as much as £100 million for Tonali, with Manchester United and Chelsea both credited with interest. However, sources at St James’ Park have dismissed c…
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