Overview
- Tottenham announced the capture of Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali in a deal reported as £92.5m upfront plus £7.5m in add‑ons, taking the total to about £100m.
- The transfer was formally confirmed on Monday and makes Tonali the club’s most expensive signing as Spurs accelerate recruitment under new ownership.
- Reports differ on contract length, with some outlets saying Tonali signed for three years and others reporting a six‑year deal.
- Tonali leaves Newcastle after three seasons, about 110 appearances and a role in the club’s 2025 League Cup win, though his time at St James’ Park included a widely reported 10‑month FIGC betting ban.
- Spurs’ summer outlay has now passed roughly £230m as De Zerbi, sporting director Johan Lange and owner investment overhaul a squad that narrowly avoided relegation, while Newcastle plan to use the fee to reshape their team.