Newcastle Star Tonali's Price Tag Poses Challenge for Serie A Clubs

Juventus and other Italian teams face financial hurdles in signing the in-demand midfielder from the Premier League club.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 3:05pm

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Sandro Tonali, the highly-rated Italian midfielder currently playing for Newcastle United, has become a target for several top clubs across Europe. However, his reported price tag of at least €90 million will make it extremely difficult for any Serie A team, including Juventus, to afford the former Milan star this summer.

Why it matters

Tonali's impressive performances for both the Italian national team and Newcastle have cemented his status as one of the best young midfielders in the game. His potential departure from the Premier League would be a significant loss for Italian football, as Serie A clubs struggle to compete financially with their wealthier counterparts.

The details

Tonali's agent, Beppe Riso, has stated that the player's future will be evaluated in March, but with Newcastle unlikely to qualify for European competition this season, a move away from the club seems likely. Several top clubs, including Arsenal, Manchester United, and Manchester City, are reportedly interested in acquiring the 25-year-old, further complicating the situation for Italian teams.

  • Tonali joined Newcastle from Milan in a deal exceeding €70 million in the summer of 2023.
  • The player's agent, Beppe Riso, will hold talks with Newcastle this month to determine Tonali's future.
  • Tonali has three goals and seven assists in 47 appearances across all competitions with Newcastle this season.

The players

Sandro Tonali

A 25-year-old Italian midfielder who currently plays for Newcastle United and the Italian national team.

Beppe Riso

Sandro Tonali's agent, who will hold talks with Newcastle this month to determine the player's future.

Juventus

An Italian professional football club based in Turin, who have been linked with a move for Sandro Tonali.

Arsenal

An English professional football club based in London, who are reportedly interested in signing Sandro Tonali.

Manchester United

An English professional football club based in Manchester, who are reportedly interested in signing Sandro Tonali.

Manchester City

An English professional football club based in Manchester, who are reportedly interested in signing Sandro Tonali.

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What they’re saying

“We will evaluate in March whether Newcastle are open to anything, but right now he is playing in the Champions League, it is not the right moment to talk about it.”

— Beppe Riso, Sandro Tonali's agent

“It goes beyond football; it's a matter of everyday life. Too often, we judge people before really knowing them, and we hurt them. The line between right and wrong is very thin, but Newcastle fans never cross it. They see, they understand, and they think; they don't judge. Their behaviour has taught me not to judge. Everyone can make mistakes, but that doesn't mean everyone has the right to judge. I will always acknowledge this credit to Newcastle fans. If I think this way today, it's because they did the same to me.”

— Sandro Tonali

What’s next

Tonali's agent, Beppe Riso, will hold talks with Newcastle this month to determine the player's future, with the Premier League club expected to demand at least €90 million for the midfielder.

The takeaway

Sandro Tonali's impressive performances have made him a highly sought-after player, but his hefty price tag will likely price out most Serie A clubs, including Juventus, as they struggle to compete financially with the wealthier Premier League teams interested in the Italian star.