Tottenham look set to smash their existing wage structure to help complete a transfer switch this summer, as talks ramp up over yet more arrivals in North London.
Spurs have already been hard at work to improve Roberto De Zerbi's options, following another dismal Premier League campaign last time out.
So far, all the focus has been on the backline. Three signings have been confirmed, with Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi, and Andy Robertson making up the arrivals in N17.
Now, focus turns to the other areas of the squad, with the midfield being an area for immediate upgrades. Discussions are ongoing about a few options, with Mateus Fernandes emerging as a key target this summer.
However, a move has also been accelerated for Newcastle star Sandro Tonali.
Tottenham Offer Huge Wages To Sandro Tonali
Tottenham's approach for Tonali came with the idea of getting a deal done quickly. The Italy international has received interest from the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, and Manchester City in recent months.
However, it's Spurs who have stolen a march in the race for his signature. Contact made with Newcastle shows the club's intentions, if nothing else, that they want to get a deal done this summer.
That's even more reflective when considering the personal terms that Tottenham have agreed with the 26-year-old ahead of a potential move.
According to Chronicle Live, a £275,000-a-week contract is on the table for Tonali, so long as he agrees to the move to North London this summer.
It's a huge sum of money on offer, which could help get a deal over the line for someone who has been described as "world-class". The main challenge facing Tottenham is the club-to-club talks with Newcastle.
The Magpies appear to be holding out for a fee in the £100 million range, which could make any move costly, considering the other moves that Spurs are trying to get over the line.
However, it's an indication that the club are willing to tear up the old model and move to the new.
Tottenham's Wage Structure
Tottenham have been criticised in recent years for the way that the club is run. While they have often posted healthy financial results, that hasn't translated to competing regularly for the top prizes.
There has been a clear shift in the past year to try and break away from that formula in the pursuit of something different under the ownership of ENIC.
That has been reflected in some of the deals the club have tried to do in the past year, but that hasn't yet shown in the quality on the pitch.
There is some hope that a strong summer transfer window can do that, and the arrival of Tonali could add the ability in midfield that has been lacking.
It would also be a move that rips up the traditional structure at the club, as Tonali would become Tottenham's top-earner with the contract being suggested.
Whether he will be just as vital to the team remains to be seen, but it's a sign of things to come for Spurs, with the owners keeping their promise of change.