Overview
- Multiple reports say Manchester United have prioritized Sandro Tonali for a midfield refresh and are also assessing Adam Wharton, Elliot Anderson, Alex Scott and Carlos Baleba.
- Chronicle Live reports Arsenal have cooled or dropped their pursuit of the Newcastle midfielder.
- Newcastle want to keep Tonali and the player has reiterated he is happy at St James' Park, with the club limiting his media availability to reduce speculation.
- Tonali is under contract until 2029, and local reporting indicates Newcastle would only consider bids exceeding £100m.
- Italian clubs linked with Tonali face Champions League and financial uncertainty that could hinder any move, according to Chronicle Live.