Tottenham are hoping to add new midfield reinforcements during the ongoing transfer window.
Tottenham are moving quickly and wasting no time in backing Roberto de Zerbi during the ongoing transfer window. The Lilywhites are determined to give the Italian tactician the best possible chance of turning the club’s fortunes around in the Premier League following a disappointing campaign last season. It is vital that the North Londoners remain focused on their long-term objectives by signing players capable of helping the club take the next step in its pursuit of more silverware in the years ahead.
Spurs have done well to secure the signing of West Ham United star Mateus Fernandes this week. The Portuguese international is set to arrive at N17 on a long-term deal after the Lilywhites reached an agreement with the Hammers for his signature. The club are prepared to spend £85m on the 21-year-old, making him the most expensive signing in the North London club’s history. However, Fernandes could lose that status before the end of the transfer window.
The North Londoners are determined to overhaul their midfield and have now shifted their focus towards Newcastle United star Sandro Tonali. The prolific midfielder has been heavily linked with a move away from St. James’ Park as he looks to take the next step in his career. For Spurs, this presents an ideal opportunity to underline their ambition in the transfer market as they aim to compete at the top end of the Premier League under Roberto de Zerbi.
Tottenham face competition for Newcastle United’s Sandro Tonali
Tottenham are hoping to strengthen their midfield before the transfer window closes as they look to improve their league position under Roberto de Zerbi next season. With Lucas Bergvall facing an uncertain future at N17 and Archie Gray slipping down the pecking order, it is important that the North Londoners sign a midfielder capable of adding a different dimension in the centre of the pitch while becoming an immediate starter for the Lilywhites.
Recent reports have suggested that Spurs have agreed personal terms with Newcastle United star Sandro Tonali on a six-year contract. The Italy international is understood to have accepted a salary worth £12m per year as he looks to complete a move to N17 before the transfer window closes. The only stumbling block is that the Lilywhites and the Magpies have yet to agree on the player’s valuation, with Newcastle United rejecting two £75m offers for the midfielder’s signature.
To add more fuel to the fire, Spurs now face the prospect of missing out on Sandro Tonali if they fail to agree a transfer fee in the coming days. According to Chronicle Live, Manchester City have entered the race for the Italy international as they look to strengthen their midfield options. City are reportedly prepared to offer the same salary as Spurs and are also willing to meet Newcastle United’s £100m asking price.
As a result, the Lilywhites may now have to act quickly if they are to secure Tonali’s signature. The midfielder is reportedly keen to play under Roberto de Zerbi and believes he could become a key figure at N17. His energy and ball-winning ability would complement Mateus Fernandes well in the middle of the park. Furthermore, the Italy international’s passing range, ball-carrying ability, and reading of the game arguably justify Newcastle United’s valuation.