Tottenham Hotspur have ignited their pursuit of Sandro Tonali, who has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United.
The news comes courtesy of the ever-reliable David Ornstein (via The Athletic) this morning, who adds that ‘positive talks’ have taken place between Spurs and the midfielder.
🚨 Tottenham Hotspur want Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United. Positive talks between #THFC & 26yo; no contact yet with #NUFC. Transfer fee bigger challenge than player deal. De Zerbi driving pursuit, backed by ownership @TheAthleticFC post @FabrizioRomano https://t.co/6BYQwDPHfU
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) June 16, 2026
Spurs reach out to Sandro Tonali
Tottenham’s interest is being spearheaded by Roberto De Zerbi, though the London club are yet to make any contact with Newcastle United.
It’s thought that the Magpies value Tonali in the region of £100 million, having shelled out £55m to bring him in from AC Milan in July 2023.
The transfer fee set by Newcastle will be a ‘bigger challenge’ for Spurs, as personal terms are likely to be easily agreed.
Elsewhere, the Red Devils have not yet materialised their interest in the Italian, but Fabrizio Romano has previously revealed that Tonali would be open to joining United.
🚨 Manchester United have Sandro Tonali very high on their shortlist for June, as reported. The player would be open to the move.
Elliot Anderson, another name on shortlist but Manchester City are still ahead — with very serious interest.
Man City and Arsenal, both also… pic.twitter.com/B9MVRrWljP
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 30, 2026
Is Tonali still being targeted by United?
One of the main reasons he had begun questioning his future at St. James’ Park was when it became clear they would not be playing in the Champions League next season. Spurs are also unable to offer UCL football, but United can.
''It was bad, bad timing''
Will Sandro Tonali be on the move this summer after his agent, Giuseppe Riso's, recent comments on his future and could this be another ''Alexander Isak situation'' ⚫️ pic.twitter.com/rESYMKn15S
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) February 6, 2026
Tottenham stepping up their pursuit by approaching the player may prompt INEOS to spring into action and hold talks themselves.
However, if recent speculation is anything to go by, they would rather sign West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes, who is five years younger than Tonali.
If they are to do business with the Tyneside outfit at all, it looks as though it may be for Lewis Hall.
He has been identified as an ideal long-term successor to Luke Shaw, and faces an uncertain future at his boyhood club after their 12th-placed finish and his World Cup squad omission.
Lewis Hall largely blames Eddie Howe for missing out on World Cup place and is seeking a move from Newcastle. #mufc in the market for a long-term left backhttps://t.co/Ovow3c6H5W
— Samuel Luckhurst (@samuelluckhurst) June 11, 2026
Read more: ‘There were some calls…’ — Romano confirms direct contact between Bayern and Man Utd for £35m attacker
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