Renowned transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano has recently provided an update on the future of Newcastle United's midfielder, Sandro Tonali. This comes amid growing interest from Premier League clubs and speculation about his future at St. James' Park.
Fabrizio Romano, Transfer guru, said:
"The reports I saw in England, with maximum respect as always, are that Man Utd had Sandro Tonali as a top target one year ago, but it was too expensive. Now the feeling is still that this deal is expensive. It's too expensive. It's complicated,”
“So this is the message coming out of Manchester United today, guys. I can guarantee that Manchester United already had some contacts this year with Tonali's camp to be informed about the situation, to understand the pricing, and all the rest. Arsenal made some calls to be informed on the situation as well. Manchester City like Tonali, but the top target for City is Elliot Anderson at Nottingham Forest.
"Man Utd still don't have any indication on the pricing from Newcastle for Tonali. So Man Utd will not do something crazy for Tonali. If the price is right, for sure, he's a player on the list. Anderson is also really appreciated and really highly rated by Manchester United. There is a battle in this moment in Manchester, because Man Utd and Man City both really appreciate Anderson and Tonali.''
Sandro Tonali, who recently experienced World Cup qualification heartbreak with Italy, is currently in his third season as a player for Newcastle United. During this time, he has made 104 appearances across all competitions and contributed significantly to the team's success by registering 10 goals and 10 assists. Tonali played a crucial role in ending the Magpies' trophy drought by defeating Liverpool in last season’s EFL Cup final. He also led two Champions League campaigns within three years.
Rising interest from Premier League rivals
Tonali’s impressive performance on the field hasn't gone unnoticed; it has attracted attention from other teams in the Premier League as well as clubs throughout Europe’s elite nations. Manchester United remains in contact with Newcastle regarding Tonali, indicating their continued interest in him.
The situation becomes more intriguing as Newcastle faces a serious risk of missing out on European qualification this season entirely. This uncertainty around their status could potentially accelerate discussions about Tonali’s future - especially considering he is entering the final two years of his contract at St. James’ Park. In addition to Manchester United, both Manchester City and Arsenal are reportedly keeping an eye on developments surrounding Tonali's situation at Newcastle.
However, any decision regarding Tonali may be influenced by another factor - Elliot Anderson's career trajectory since leaving Magpie for Nottingham Forest where he became a key England international player. His progress will likely play a significant role when deciding what happens next for Sandro Tonali. As we approach closer to the end of this season, the future of Sandro Tonali at Newcastle United remains uncertain. With interest from other Premier League rivals and his contract nearing its end, it will be interesting to see how this situation unfolds in the coming months.
