Tottenham Hotspur have broken their transfer record with the £100million signing of Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United
Sandro Tonali has rubbished reports that other clubs were in the race for him and said that it was only Tottenham for him after his club record £100million transfer from Newcastle.
The Italy international has put pen to paper on the deal, subject to receiving his work permit after three years with the Magpies. Spurs will pay £92.5million and then potentially £7.5million in add-ons to Newcastle for the 26-year-old midfielder. Tonali has made it clear that after a long chat with Roberto De Zerbi there was only one destination for him.
"I'm very happy to be here. When I arrived at the club today, it felt fantastic. People said about there being four or five clubs - there was only one," he said.
"I spoke to the Head Coach for close to two hours about the club, the fans, the stadium and our football. It was like magic because I knew immediately that I had to sign for Tottenham. I've played against Tottenham a few times and always found a great atmosphere made by great fans. I can't wait to start the season."
De Zerbi said: "Sandro is a special player and a great signing for our club. I have followed him for a long time, as he came through the youth system at my hometown club, Brescia, and I'm so happy to be working with him now. Given his qualities, there was a lot of interest in Sandro this summer. However, he was very clear in his desire to join Tottenham, and I know our fans will love what he brings to the team."
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Tottenham's sporting director Johan Lange added: "Sandro is one of the best midfielders in Europe and we are delighted to welcome him to the club.
"He has outstanding technical quality to go with real football intelligence, and has the character to thrive in a demanding, high-pressure environment. Sandro brings valuable experience at the highest level, both domestically and in European competition and I know our supporters will love his energy and commitment on the pitch.
"We are all excited to see him pull on our famous Lilywhite shirt for the first time."
Newcastle wrote in a statement on their website: "Sandro departs St James’ Park having made 110 appearances for the club, scoring ten goals in all competitions.
"The 26-year-old, who joined from AC Milan in summer 2023, leaves having also won major silverware on Tyneside. He played an influential role as the club lifted the Carabao Cup in March 2025, and he featured a further 53 times last season, including 11 appearances in the UEFA Champions League.
"Everybody at Newcastle United thanks Sandro for his contribution to the club and wishes him and his family well for the future."