In an exciting turn of events, Newcastle United is set to secure a record-breaking €70m deal for AC Milan’s midfielder Sandro Tonali, marking the highest sale for an Italian player to date, know his salary and jersey number
The Magpies have proven their ambition by securing a deal that spans six years, paving a hopeful path for their return to the Champions League.
Sandro Tonali Newcastle United salary, contract details, jersey number, transfer fee and position
After an intense negotiation phase, Newcastle United managed to reach an agreement with AC Milan to sign their prodigious midfielder, Sandro Tonali.
The Magpies have agreed on a deal with AC Milan to sign their midfielder Sandro Tonali on a six-year deal according to Fabrizio Romano and the report further adds that Tonali will be earning a salary of €7m per year until 2029 and €2m in add-ons.
Tonali is a box-to-box midfielder who can play as a No.6, or No.8 and eight was his number at AC Milan, he wore four at his first club Brescia but has only worn No.6 a handful of times, and that has been exclusively at international level for Italy. While his jersey number at Newcastle United isn’t known right now, with number 8 taken, he could opt for number 20.
No announcement this weekend or beginning of next week for Sandro Tonali to Newcastle deal due to some technical formalities; but the agreement is done. ⚪️⚫️ #NUFC
"Newcastle project is perfect for Tonali, he will be key player for them", his agent Riso says. pic.twitter.com/bLlhJrp6cc
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 24, 2023
The massive €70m deal firmly places Tonali as the highest ever paid Italian footballer.
A longstanding pursuit by Newcastle United
Newcastle’s pursuit of the 23-year-old midfielder Sandro Tonali has been a long-drawn-out affair. The English club initially placed a bid of €50m, which AC Milan turned down. Their increased offer, however, eventually swayed the Italian giants, leading to this game-changing deal.
Sandro Tonali’s impact on Milan and future at Newcastle
During his tenure with Milan, Sandro Tonali demonstrated an impressive performance, appearing in 48 matches across all competitions. Notching up two goals and providing ten assists, he showed why Newcastle were so eager to have him on board. Eddie Howe, the manager of Newcastle United, anticipates Tonali to be a significant addition to the squad as they prepare for a triumphant return to the Champions League in the 2023-24 season.
What’s next for the Magpies?
With the midfield strengthened by Sandro Tonali’s acquisition, the Magpies’ focus could now shift towards reinforcing their attacking line. Rumors suggest that Sadio Mane of Bayern Munich might be next on Newcastle’s radar, signaling a possible return to the Premier League for the Senegalese international.
As Newcastle United locks in this record-breaking deal, the stage is set for an intriguing journey in the upcoming season. This landmark transfer illustrates the club’s ambition and resolve to make a powerful comeback to the Champions League. With Sandro Tonali’s addition to their ranks, the Magpies undoubtedly have a promising future ahead.
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