Newcastle United in advanced talks with AC Milan for highly-rated Tonali

Sandro Tonali of AC Milan.

TRANSFERS Newcastle United in advanced talks with AC Milan for highly-rated Tonali

Izuchukwu Akawor 16:37 - 21.06.2023

AC Milan midfielder Sandro Tonali who has been compared to Italian legend Andrea Pirlo is wanted by Newcastle United.

Champions League-bound Newcastle United have reportedly advanced talks with Italian giants AC Milan for midfielder Sandro Tonali.

Sandro has emerged as a key target for the Magpies who are working to strengthen their suqad ahead of a return to the Champions League.

Serie A
Sandro Tonali in action for Milan

The defensive midfielder has become a mainstay at San Siro since he joined the club from Brescia three years ago.

Newcastle close in on Tonali

While Tonali has become a key player for Milan, his future is now in doubt following the interest from Newcastle United.

Serie A
Eddie Howe is looking to strengthen his team with the addition of Tonali.

According to a report from TalkSport, the Magpies are closer to a deal for the £45m-rated midfielder and are hopeful of reaching an agreement with their Italian counterparts, Milan.

Tonali brief

Tonali played a decisive role as Milan lifted the Italian league two seasons ago, putting an end to a long wait for the Serie A.

Serie A
Sandro Tonali contributed 12 goals last season for AC Milan from his defensive midfield role.

The 23-year-old, who initially arrived San Siro on loan before making the move permanent, has established himself as an important player for the Rossoneri.

Known for his combative style of play, Tonali has improved other facets of his game to draw comparisons with club legend Andrea Pirlo.

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He made 48 appearances for the club in all competitions last season as they finished fourth in Serie A and reached the Champions League semi-finals.

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