The transfer saga surrounding Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali really picked up speed this month. Multiple credible sources confirm that his agent, Giuseppe Riso, is actively working to engineer a summer exit from St James’ Park. TEAMtalk reports that Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United all want Tonali. His representatives are pushing for a move away from the club. Italian journalist Nicolo Schira backed up the claims. He reports that Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United are all in the race for the Italy international. Newcastle are prepared to entertain offers in the region of £100 million.
Tonali’s agent turns up the heat on Newcastle as Premier League giants look for him
Arsenal’s interest reached a new high this week. Riso sat in the stands during the Gunners’ victory over Brighton, and this was no accident. It sparked fresh talk that a move to London is gathering real pace. The visit acted as a deliberate signal. Arsenal’s sporting director, Andrea Berta, has long admired Tonali. He is the main man driving the club’s renewed push.
Riso later confirmed his plans to Calcio e Finanza. These comments left Newcastle bosses fuming. The agent told the Italian outlet that he aimed to turn Tonali into a star from the moment he arrived in England. He added that a move to Arsenal or Manchester City in the summer was “very likely.” Newcastle supported Tonali through his 10-month betting ban. This loyalty led to a contract extension until 2029. Yet, that loyalty now seems to mean little in the agent’s calculations.
Can Newcastle afford to keep Tonali, and should they even try?
This situation is a tough pill to swallow for Newcastle supporters. The club currently sit in mid-table obscurity. The harsh reality is that Newcastle may not offer Tonali Champions League football next season. This matters to a player with his ambitions. The 25-year-old has been exceptional this season. He contributed three goals and seven assists across 47 appearances. His form makes him probably the best all-round midfielder playing in England. Sky Sports News notes that prising the midfielder out of Newcastle will be difficult and expensive. His contract runs until at least 2029. His value matches the massive fees paid for Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo.
Newcastle’s real problem involves sporting trajectory rather than financial muscle. Riso essentially disclosed that Tonali views the club as a stepping stone. He stated that the midfielder only left AC Milan for the Magpies because of their money and the Premier League’s quality. This is a pointed admission. Newcastle cannot simply ignore it.
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Arsenal are reportedly ready to offer between €70–80 million. Manchester City want him as midfield cover following Rodri’s injury troubles. The honest assessment is that Newcastle face a structural ceiling. They cannot currently promise a title race or sustained Champions League football. No contract extension fixes that tension. Selling Tonali for over £100 million and reinvesting wisely may serve the club better than keeping a player who already has one foot out the door.
