Tottenham signs Sandro Tonali from Newcastle in record deal

Tottenham has secured the signing of midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle, a move that reportedly shatters transfer records for an Italian player. The 26-year-old Italian international leaves Newcastle after three seasons to join compatriot Roberto De Zerbi's project in North London.

While Tottenham has not officially disclosed the transfer fee, media reports place the figure at around 100 million pounds (approximately 117 million euros). This would set a new benchmark for both the club and any Italian footballer in the transfer market.

Tonali arrived at Newcastle in 2023 from AC Milan and made over a hundred appearances for the English club, scoring ten goals and winning the Carabao Cup in 2025. He has also earned 32 caps for the Italian national team.

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He is a special player and a great signing for our club. I have been following him for a long time, as he came up through the youth ranks at Brescia, the club of my hometown, and I am very happy to work with him now.

"He is a special player and a great signing for our club. I have been following him for a long time," said De Zerbi, who was reportedly a key factor in Tonali's decision. Tonali expressed his enthusiasm for the new chapter, stating, "I spoke with the coach for about two hours about the club, the fans, the stadium, and our football. I knew immediately that I had to sign for Tottenham."

The transfer surpasses the previous record held by Mateo Retegui. Tonali's career has also included a period marked by controversy two years ago due to alleged involvement in illegal betting, which resulted in sanctions in both Italy and England.

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I spoke with the coach for about two hours about the club, the fans, the stadium, and our football. I knew immediately that I had to sign for Tottenham.