Manchester United are eyeing a sensational move for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali as they prepare for a summer rebuild.
Manchester United are planning a significant summer shake-up. With a Champions League spot still within reach (if United wins the Europa League), the Red Devils are preparing a transfer war chest that could see them make a bold approach for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali.
According to the latest from Corriere dello Sport, Manchester United are in the race with Juventus to land the Italian international. Real Madrid have also kept tabs on the midfielder, but it is the Red Devils who seem willing to go the distance, even putting up a potential £85 million bid for the Newcastle ace.
Tonali joined Newcastle United as a marquee signing from AC Milan and has quickly become a mainstay in Eddie Howe’s midfield. But his impressive adaptation to the Premier League has caught the attention of other European giants, including the team from Old Trafford.
Manchester United line up shock £85m bid for Newcastle standout
Manchester United are already plotting changes in the midfield department. Casemiro is entering the twilight of his career, and Manuel Ugarte is yet to adjust to English football fully. With that in mind, the latest Man Utd news strongly links the club with Tonali, who could bring the balance and solidity Ruben Amorim craves.
The Italian is comfortable in a defensive midfield role, allowing creative players to thrive ahead of him. His presence would give the Red Devils control in the middle of the park – something they have sorely missed this season.
A move to Manchester United could appeal to Tonali as well. The Premier League giants are offering a project built around resurgence and silverware. Competing in the Champions League would sweeten the deal, and United hope that qualification (via Europa League glory) can help lure the midfielder to Old Trafford.
Juventus are also strongly linked with the player, who previously starred in Serie A. A return to his homeland might appeal to Tonali, but Manchester United are counting on their ambition and financial power to tip the scales.
Manchester City are also reportedly monitoring the situation, but their interest remains secondary at this point.
For now, Tonali remains a key figure at Newcastle. The Magpies are on track to challenge for trophies next season and are unlikely to part ways easily. As one of the richest clubs in the world, they don’t need to sell unless the player pushes for a move.
Still, if Manchester United submit a concrete £85m offer, it could test Newcastle’s resolve – and signal the start of one of the summer’s most intriguing transfer sagas.