Overview
- Tonali completed his move from Newcastle to Tottenham in a deal reported at about £100 million after talks this summer.
- He told reporters on Spurs’ pre‑season tour in Sydney that De Zerbi’s tactical vision convinced him to choose Tottenham over other suitors and that his family backed the decision.
- Tonali said securing the best fee for Newcastle was a priority and that the size of the transfer price ruled out a return to Italy.
- Tottenham’s signing is part of a costly midfield overhaul that also included an £85 million arrival of Mateus Fernandes and several other high‑fee additions.
- The sale boosts Newcastle’s transfer income and has coincided with media reports of managerial unrest at St James’ Park linked to disagreement over transfer strategy.