Chelsea Aggressively Eye Newcastle United Star Linked to PSG | OneFootball

Links between PSG and Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali have surfaced repeatedly in recent months, but nothing concrete has come together yet. Each time the speculation fades, it seems to resurface again, keeping the Italian’s name firmly on the club’s radar.

A prior report from Fichajes suggested PSG view Tonali as a potential piece to bolster the midfield after building momentum from last season’s historic run.

More recently, TuttoJuve reported that both Juventus and PSG are lining up offers, setting the stage for a possible bidding battle. The French champions are said to be determined to stay in the race, even as Juventus step up efforts to bring Tonali back to Italy.

Newcastle United Have to Be on Alert

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Football Insider reported on Jan. 3, citing sources, that Chelsea are closely monitoring Tonali, although they are keen in a summer move rather than one in January.

Chelsea are weighing a move for Tonali as the club looks to add more substance in midfield, with questions lingering over what sits behind the established trio of Cole Palmer, Moises Caicedo, and Enzo Fernandez.

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There is a sense internally that Andrey Santos has yet to fully convince as the next option, while Romeo Lavia’s ongoing injury issues have only heightened the need for reinforcements.

As a result, that has firmly placed Tonali in the conversation. The Italy international brings proven Premier League know-how and has delivered consistently strong performances throughout the current campaign, making the profile an appealing one for Chelsea’s recruitment plans.