Newcastle make a £43m transfer offer for the AC Milan ace, who will star at the European Under-21 Championship, overtakes Chelsea
NEWCASTLE have reportedly bid £43m for AC Milan and Italy Under-21 star Sandro Tonali.
Eddie Howe is keen to strengthen his squad this summer after securing Magpies Champions League football for the first time in 20 years.
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The Toon are believed to be looking for two midfielders – a defensively oriented player and a more versatile option.
A wide forward, a centre-back and a full-back are other areas Newcastle are keen to strengthen.
But center of the park is a priority for the Northeast team as Howe prepares to push Bruno Guimaraes into a more advanced position.
Accordingly the athleteTonali’s “tactical flexibility” appeals to Newcastle – who have pledged £43m to lure him away from Italian giants Milan.
23-year-old Tonali – who is also interested in Chelsea – joined Milan on loan from Brescia three years ago before finalizing the move in 2021.
He helped the Rossoneri win their first Scudetto in more than a decade last year.
And he made 48 appearances for Stefano Pioli’s side this season as Milan reached the Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2007.
His impressive performances have made him a regular for Italy U21s.
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And he will captain the age group team at the European Under-21 Championship later this month.
Alongside Tonali, Newcastle are also heavily linked with a move from Leicester playmaker James Maddison.
But they are dealing with Tottenham, who are keen on signing the England international.
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