Tonali Transfer Reality as Spurs Links Expose Arsenal and Man City Intentions
Tottenham has contacted Tonali's representatives to pursue the Newcastle midfielder as a marquee signing to strengthen midfield creativity under manager Roberto De Zerbi.
- Tottenham Hotspur have identified Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali as their primary transfer target this summer, with manager Roberto De Zerbi pushing for the 26-year-old to boost the team's technical quality.
- Newcastle United are reportedly holding out for a fee of at least £100m for the Italian, who faces an uncertain future at the club as the Magpies seek to fund a squad rebuild.
- Spurs view Tonali as a solution to their lack of creativity, having completed just 28 through balls last season, and value his ability to withstand pressure and play line-breaking passes from deep.
- Securing the midfielder remains complex, as Spurs face strong competition from Manchester City and Arsenal while lacking European football next season, raising questions about their financial capacity for such a marquee signing.
- Newcastle's roster is in flux, with Anthony Gordon sold to Barcelona last month and 34-year-old goalkeeper Nick Pope informed he is free to leave, signaling broader squad restructuring amid potential Tonali departure.
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Why Sandro Tonali is Roberto De Zerbi’s Chosen One to lead Spurs revival – and why they’re adamant they can snatch him from under Arsenal and Man United’s noses, writes MATT BARLOW
Tottenham’s move into the race for Sandro Tonali represents the first big test of their new ambition. Roberto De Zerbi has identified Tonali as the player he wants at the heart of his midfield – he believes Newcastle’s Italy international is a realistic target, and someone who has the elite quality together with the necessary strength and physical power required to excel in the Premier League. At 26 and with a contract until 2029 and the option …
De Zerbi ties helping Tottenham fast-track signing – Spurs working on deal, fee ‘won’t be problem’
Tottenham Hotspur are working on a move for Newcastle United‘s Sandro Tonali. There’s been claims of interest from a few top Premier League sides and Tottenham have joined the list. Earlier this year, the Italy international’s agent, Giuseppe Riso, talked about the possibility of him leaving Newcastle United this summer. On Tuesday, Sport Witness covered claims from Italy that the midfielder has made decision to leave. Tottenham or any other clu…
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