Tottenham Hotspur have taken a major step towards completing one of the biggest transfers of the summer after reportedly agreeing personal terms with Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali.
According to Italian transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà, the Italy international has accepted a lucrative long-term contract that will see him earn a fixed salary of between £12 million and £13 million per season, with additional performance-related bonuses. The proposed deal represents a significant pay rise compared to his current contract at Newcastle United.
With the player’s side now reportedly settled, attention has shifted to negotiations between Tottenham and Newcastle. Spurs are working to finalise a transfer package worth more than £100 million, which would make Tonali the most expensive signing in the club’s history if completed.
Tottenham’s pursuit of Tonali reflects the club’s ambition to strengthen their midfield with one of Europe’s most highly rated playmakers. The 26-year-old has established himself as one of the Premier League’s elite midfielders since joining Newcastle from AC Milan in 2023, combining defensive discipline, exceptional passing range and tactical intelligence.
Reports suggest Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has played a key role in convincing Tonali to consider the move. The pair have a long-standing relationship dating back to their time in Italian football, with De Zerbi viewing the midfielder as the ideal player to dictate the tempo of his side.
Despite the progress on personal terms, Newcastle remain in a strong negotiating position. Tonali is under contract until 2029, and the Magpies have consistently valued the Italian international at over £100 million. Earlier Tottenham offers were reportedly rejected, forcing the North London club to improve their proposal.
Tonali has become a fan favourite at St James’ Park thanks to his performances after returning from his betting suspension, helping Newcastle compete domestically and in Europe. His departure would represent a huge blow for Eddie Howe’s side, making this one of the biggest transfer stories of the window.
For Tottenham supporters, the prospect of signing a midfielder of Tonali’s calibre signals a statement of intent. If the clubs can agree on the remaining financial details, Spurs could secure one of the Premier League’s standout midfielders in a blockbuster move that would reshape their squad ahead of the new season.
As things stand, negotiations continue, but all indications suggest the transfer is edging closer, with only the final agreement between Tottenham and Newcastle standing in the way of an official announcement.
