Tottenham Hotspur join Arsenal and Manchester City in the race to sign Sandro Tonali | OneFootball

Tottenham Hotspur have entered the race to sign Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The 26-year-old is facing an uncertain future at St James’ Park this summer, with several top clubs interested in his services.

Spurs’ pursuit is driven largely by manager Roberto De Zerbi, who has identified Tonali as his primary midfield target ahead of his first full season at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Targeting a player of Tonali’s calibre signals Spurs’ intent to compete for silverware in the near future, having narrowly avoided relegation last season.

Like Spurs, Newcastle also endured a disappointing 2025/26 campaign, finishing 12th in the Premier League and suffering a humiliating Champions League exit to Barcelona.

Any deal for Tonali will require Spurs to fend off competition from Manchester City and Arsenal. City see the Italian as a top alternative to first-choice target Elliot Anderson, while Arsenal remain interested after a failed attempt to bring him to the Emirates Stadium in January.

With Tonali under contract until 2028, Newcastle United hold significant leverage and will demand a substantial fee to consider selling their prized asset, despite having already sanctioned a high-profile exit this summer, with Anthony Gordon moving to Barcelona, which somewhat alleviates the Magpies’ financial concerns due to a lack of European football.

Having signed Andrew Robertson and Marcos Senesi, Spurs are moving quickly to complete their summer business.

The North London club are also in talks with Brighton & Hove Albion for Jan Paul van Hecke and reportedly hold an interest in Bart Verbruggen.