TEAMtalk sources have been informed as to Sandro Tonali\u2019s preference over his next destination, as three top Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, circle despite Newcastle United standing firm over the player\u2019s mooted summer exit.<\/p>\n
The 25\u2011year\u2011old has been nothing short of outstanding for Newcastle since arriving in 2023. Despite missing the majority of his first campaign due to a betting ban, his performances since returning in 2024 have been among the best in the Premier League. Internally, Newcastle<\/a> view him as a cornerstone of their project.<\/p>\n That hasn\u2019t stopped Europe\u2019s elite from making their interest known, in what would be a devastating blow for Toon boss Eddie Howe.<\/p>\n Indeed, our sources understand that Liverpool<\/a>, Arsenal<\/a> and Manchester City<\/a> have all made contact with Tonali<\/a>\u2019s camp \u2014 not formal approaches, but clear lines of communication to confirm their admiration should an opportunity arise.<\/p>\n Tonali\u2019s agent has already stated that his client will assess his situation in the summer, but intermediaries involved in potential negotiations believe the midfielder\u2019s heart is pulling him back to Italy, where he wants to settle again with his family. He and his wife had their first child in January.<\/p>\n We can confirm that Juventus and Inter Milan are both extremely keen to make that happen.<\/p>\n Both clubs see Tonali as a transformative signing, but his valuation and wage package present significant hurdles. Newcastle\u2019s stance only strengthens that challenge.<\/p>\n Despite the growing interest \u2013 and Newcastle being fully aware of it \u2013 the club remain adamant they will head into the summer with no intention of sanctioning his exit.<\/p>\n Indeed, Tonali is viewed as central to their long\u2011term ambitions, and prising him away will require a monumental effort.<\/p>\n For now, the player is focused on finishing the season strongly. But as the summer approaches, the battle for Tonali is shaping up to be one of the most compelling sagas in Europe.<\/p>\n Want more breaking transfer lines from original sources? Add TEAMtalk as a preferred source on Google <\/a>to your favourites list for news you can trust.<\/p>\n More Newcastle news: Liverpool star targeted; Botman exit concern<\/p>\n Not only are Newcastle interested in a Liverpool midfielder as a contingency plan if Sandro Tonali leaves<\/a> in the summer, but they have also shortlisted a second option that the Reds might be kicking themselves about.<\/p>\n Elsewhere,\u00a0Liverpool are considering a bid for Newcastle defender Sven Botman<\/a> when the transfer window reopens in the summer of 2026, according to a report.<\/p>\n