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Manchester City prepares to challenge Tottenham for Sandro Tonali

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:19 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Manchester City prepares to challenge Tottenham for Sandro Tonali

Summary

Manchester City is reportedly set to make a significant transfer bid for Newcastle's Sandro Tonali, competing with Tottenham Hotspur, who are already engaged in discussions over the player's move. Currently valued at over £100 million, Tonali is viewed as a key figure in a potential rebuilding phase under City’s new manager Enzo Maresca. Spurs are looking for high-profile signings for Roberto De Zerbi’s first full Premier League season. The situation may evolve as City considers retooling its squad, especially following the departure of Bernardo Silva.

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Key Details

•Manchester City aims to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle.
•Tottenham Hotspur is already in talks for Tonali.
•Tonali's transfer fee is projected to exceed £100 million.
•City's new manager is looking to rebuild the squad this summer.
•Bernardo Silva's departure adds urgency to City’s plans.

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8:19 PMYahoo Sports — ATHLETIC: Man City pushing to sign Sandro Tonali ahead of Spurs

What they're saying

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I’m on record on wondering whether Tottenham Hotspur’s pursuit of Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali is a good idea or not, mostly for financial reasons. It turns out Spurs aren’t the only club interested in ol’ Sandy Toenails. According to the Athletic, Manchester City are set to test both Newcastle’s, and Tottenham’s, resolve with what could be […]
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