Speculation surrounding Sandro Tonali’s future persists, with recent reports indicating that Real Madrid has been approached regarding the Newcastle United midfielder.
The Italian international’s agents are reportedly actively seeking a new club for him this summer, with the Spanish giants being the most recent contact.
Arsenal and Manchester United are still considered potential destinations, and TEAMtalk claims Tonali has also been presented to clubs like Liverpool and Chelsea.
While interest from these clubs varies, the report suggests Manchester City might currently be showing the most significant interest.
Where will Sandro Tonali end up this summer?
Tonali’s transfer saga has been a major talking point for weeks, and it remains unclear if any club has a distinct advantage in securing the 25-year-old.
Despite TEAMtalk’s strong links between City and Tonali, Fabrizio Romano has indicated on his YouTube channel that Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson is actually their primary target.
Real Madrid could emerge as a compelling choice for Tonali, particularly since Newcastle would likely prefer to sell the former AC Milan star to an overseas club rather than a direct Premier League competitor.
Is Tonali a necessary signing for Arsenal and Manchester United?
While Tonali has performed well at St James’ Park, The Telegraph’s reported £100m price tag makes him seem less than ideal for clubs like Arsenal and Manchester United.
Arsenal already boasts Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi, making Tonali’s place in the starting lineup uncertain. Manchester United, needing possibly two new midfielders this summer, would struggle to justify such a substantial outlay on a single player.
With Casemiro expected to depart upon his contract’s expiry and Manuel Ugarte’s inconsistent form potentially leading to his exit, United’s midfield needs are significant.
Ultimately, Tonali appears overpriced for a player nearing 26, with limited scope for significant further development at this stage of his career.
