In a potential seismic shift in European football, Newcastle United’s midfield dynamo Sandro Tonali has emerged as the prime target for Serie A giants Juventus. The Italian club is reportedly poised to make a bold move for the 25-year-old, who has been nothing short of a revelation at St James’ Park.Tonali’s journey with Newcastle has been marked by resilience, overcoming a lengthy suspension due to betting offences to become an integral part of Eddie Howe’s squad. His performances over the past 18 months have justified the £60 million investment made by the Magpies, establishing him as one of the standout midfielders in the Premier League.
The Italian international played a pivotal role in Newcastle’s Carabao Cup triumph last season, their first major silverware in years. Despite sporadic links with a return to his homeland, his status within Howe’s project remains significant. Yet, a recent report from Spanish outlet Fichajes has added fuel to the fire, claiming that Juventus are ready to go all out in their pursuit of Tonali next summer.
The Turin side is allegedly willing to splash out a staggering €100 million (£86 million) in what would be a record-breaking acquisition for the club. However, Newcastle’s resolve to retain one of their key men remains strong, with any negotiations expected to commence at a premium price.
The report outlines the challenges Juventus face: “In Turin, they are fully aware of the difficulty of executing such a move. Newcastle has no financial imperative to sell and views Tonali as a linchpin of their future plans. Therefore, discussions would begin with very high figures.”
Such an investment by Juventus would mark one of the most significant financial commitments in their recent history, underlining the high stakes involved in this potential transfer saga.
In other transfer news from the Tyneside club, young prospect Antonio Cordero appears more likely to depart in the January window due to limited opportunities at KVC Westerlo. Cadiz president Manuel Vizcaíno has confirmed the Spanish club’s interest but emphasised the need for discretion in ongoing talks. He stated, “We’re interested in him, but deals can’t be announced until they’re finalised.”
As the January transfer window looms, the situation around Newcastle’s stars promises to be a compelling watch for football aficionados.