Hmm. This is obviously something I should find incredibly exciting, but, for some reason, I just don't.
He's clearly a top player: well-rounded, physical, effective - it's no surprise top teams are circling.
But if Spurs have set aside £80m for a midfielder, there are others I'd much prefer.
Ollie Spencer
🚨 Tottenham Hotspur want Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United. Positive talks between #THFC & 26yo; no contact yet with #NUFC. Transfer fee bigger hurdle than player deal. De Zerbi driving, backed by ownership
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There has been no contact so far with Newcastle, but if an agreement looks possible with the player, this is expected to follow.
Do Spurs still have their affiliation with Djurgardens? If so, picking up Matias Siltanen this summer and sending him on a Eredivisie or Belgian Pro League loan would be an easy win.
Yes, I watched the same interview - it got me so excited