Sandro Tonali sought exit from Newcastle United before summer transfer

Newcastle United sporting director Ross Wilson confirmed that Sandro Tonali requested to leave the club as early as the second half of last season. The Italian midfielder subsequently completed a £100 million transfer to Tottenham during the most recent summer window. While Tonali had become a significant figure at St James’ Park following his arrival from AC Milan in 2023, his representatives worked toward an exit starting in January. The club sanctioned the move to facilitate a wider squad restructuring under new head coach Matthias Jaissle. The funds generated by the sale supported Newcastle’s pursuit of several younger squad additions. Tonali’s departure occurred alongside the exits of Anthony Gordon and Bruno Guimarães during a period of extensive personnel change for the club.

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