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Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe remains determined to strengthen his midfield before the transfer window closes and followin the exit of Sandro Tonali on his way to Tottenham.

The first real effort to accomplish that came on Friday, as the Magpies sent an offer to the Spurs for midfielder Lucas Bergval, only to have it swiftly rejected.

However, a fresh report suggests the Magpies have no intention of walking away from their new No. 1 target, with Newcastle preparing to return with a second offer for Bergvall after Tottenham Hotspur rejected the club’s opening bid for the highly rated midfielder.

According to Italian journalist Fabio Gatto, Newcastle is expected to make another attempt to sign Bergvall within the next 24 to 72 hours after seeing its initial offer turned down by Tottenham.

Rather than significantly increasing the transfer fee, Gatto claims Newcastle is working on improving the structure of the deal in an effort to reach an agreement with Spurs.

The update follows widespread reports that Tottenham rejected Newcastle’s opening bid of around €54 million (£46 million), although the North London club is reportedly willing to consider a sale if its valuation of roughly €58 million (£50 million) is met.

It’s also known that Bergvall’s desire is to have more regular playing time, which will be complicated in London after the arrivals of Mateus Fernandes and former Newcastle midfielder Tonali, suggesting that he could pursue a move and encourage the Magpies as negotiations continue.

The 20-year-old enjoyed a breakout campaign last season, making 45 appearances for Tottenham before an ankle injury cut short his season, while also earning the club’s Player of the Season award.

Newcastle views Bergvall as an ideal long-term addition who fits the club’s recruitment strategy of targeting young players, but he would already arrive with top-level experience in a massive plus.

Newcastle United’s search for a new star midfielder suffered another setback on Friday after Tottenham Hotspur rejected an opening bid for Lucas Bergvall.

Bergvall made 33 appearances in all competitions last season, scoring once and adding five assists before an ankle injury sidelined him between January and March.

The Magpies have been looking to strengthen the middle of the pitch following Sandro Tonali’s departure, and it looks like Bergvall emerged as the new Eddie Howe’s No. 1 target despite knowing Tottenham’s reluctance to sell.

According to The Athletic, Newcastle submitted an offer worth around €54 million (£46 million) for the Sweden international, but Spurs immediately turned it down.

The report adds that the bid was higher than Nottingham Forest’s previous offers to sign Bergvall, although Tottenham has rejected every approach received for the 20-year-old so far.

While Spurs continue to resist any sale of their midfielder, The Athletic reported Tottenham could reconsider if an offer reaches a figure the club views as acceptable.

Adding to the saga is the fact that Bergvall, while under contract until 2031, has already informed the Spurs that he wants to leave this summer in search of more regular playing time. The Athletic first reported the midfielder’s desire to move in June, and interest has continued to grow from clubs in both England and across Europe.

Newcastle’s pursuit comes after missing out on former No. 1 transfer target Johan Manzambi, who ultimately joined Aston Villa, while the club is also working to reshape its midfield following Tonali’s move to, of all teams, Tottenham.

Although Newcastle has now seen its opening offer rejected, The Athletic reports that Tottenham’s position is not inflexible and will likely change given the player’s preference for an exit.

Back when Newcastle United placed a nine-figure price tag on Sandro Tonali’s head, nobody in his sane mind believed there would be a club willing to pony up that amount to extract him from Tyneside.

On Wednesday, after a week or so of rumors and negotiations, Tottenham Hotspur finally got face-painted.

The Athletic’s David Ornstein was the first to report that the Spurs have reached an agreement to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle in a deal that could rise to £100million, exactly the amount the Magpies were demanding from the get-go.

The deal is “only” worth an initial £92.5million, with another £7.5million in add-ons tied to multiple Champions League qualifications, which might or might not happen after Tottenham finished 17th in the Premier League last season.

Once it’s made official, the move would become a new club-record transfer for Tottenham, who have already agreed a deal worth up to £85 million for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes.

Meanwhile, it will mark one of Newcastle’s biggest sales for profit. Tonali joined Newcastle from AC Milan in 2023 for around £60.5 million and became a key part of Howe’s midfield after returning from his 10-month gambling suspension, and now they are getting nearly £40 million more than they spent for a couple of seasons of Tonali.

The 26-year-old made 53 appearances last season, scoring three times as Newcastle finished 12th in the Premier League and reached the Champions League last 16.

Although this is an obvious win for Newcastle, all things considered, it is also obvious that the optics are poor for Newcastle after the club got rid of a trio comprised of Tonali, Anthony Gordon, and Alexander Isak in a span of 10 months, with Bruno likely gone to make it four stars leaving the club in 12 months.

What will be inexcusable now for the Magpies is bringing him some very strong incoming transfers. Newcastle could have a fresh £250 million available for purchases once the Bruno sale is completed, and even if that doesn’t happen, they’d be sitting on a solid £170-1£80 millon.

Let’s announce some arrivals quickly to change the mood, and if not, PIF will get monstruosly exposed.

Sandro Tonali’s future is moving closer to London than Tyneside come September.

Judging by the latest reports, Tonali’s days in Newcastle are more than numbered as negotiations between the Magpies and Tottenham Hotspur have reached a decisive stage.

According to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla, the Spurs are preparing a £100 million offer to sign Tonali, and the transfer, if all goes according to plan, should happen shortly.

The report states that personal terms have already been agreed between Spurs and the Italy international, with the only pending issue being NUFC finally accepting Tottenham’s bid, which shouldn’t be a problem as it’s now matched the Magpies’ initial valuation of Tonali.

”Tottenham are finalizing the Sandro Tonali deal with Newcastle, breaking the £100 million mark for the player,” Pedulla reported. “The agreement with Tonali and his entourage was reached some time ago, a step up from the £8 million plus a couple of bonuses agreed last October when he renewed his contract with”.

Tonali would reportedly earn between £12-13 million per season in London when the move is completed, making him one of the highest earners and thus a key player in Roberto De Zerbi’s rebuild at Tottenham.

Spurs have pursued Tonali throughout the window and previously saw an £80 million bid rejected by Newcastle, who kept holding out for a fee closer to £100 million.

A deal at the three-figure price will represent a huge profit for Newcastle, who signed Tonali from AC Milan for nearly half the price at £55 million in 2023.

Now, mind you, Newcastle could keep capitalizing on their assets by moving on from Bruno too after dealing Gordon and Tonali away.

Reports in the last 24 hours have suggested Manchester City may join the race for Bruno, even after agreeing a £116million deal for former Newcastle academy graduate Elliot Anderson, and Arsenal seem to be in a position to bid something around £80 million for the Brazil international.

Put those three and their fees together, and all of a sudden Newcastle has £250 million to play with this summer, assuming UEFA allows them.

Newcastle United’s midfield situation remains under heavy stress, with both Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes both linked with moves away from St James’ Park and on their way to Tottenham and Arsenal, respectively.

According to The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards, however, Tonali is not favoring a move to Tottenham Hotspur despite Roberto De Zerbi’s side pushing hardest so far, instead preferring to wait for either Man City or Arsenal to bid for his services.

“I also don’t think Tonali really wants to go to Spurs,” Edwards wrote. “I’m told he would prefer Manchester City or Arsenal.”

Tottenham have already had an offer worth around £80million rejected by Newcastle, who are understood to value the Italy international closer to £100million, even though selling him at the aforementioned price would yield Newcastle a substantial profit given the price they initially paid for him.

Spurs emerged out of nowhere to make Tonali one of their top summer transfer targets, but Edwards’ report suggests the Gunners and the Cityzens would (obviously) be more appealing to Tonali and his agent to sign a new contract elsewhere.

Arsenal have also been linked with Bruno, with reports claiming the Premier League champions have spoken with the Newcastle captain’s camp and already submitted an offer to the Magpies.

That said, Edwards seemed to be cool with the rumors, writing that he is “pretty relaxed” about Bruno’s situation, revealing that the Brazilian wants a new contract at Newcastle and has done “for a while.” We’ll see how that goes.

Sandro Tonali’s future has already become one of Newcastle United’s defining summer sagas, and all thanks to Tottenham Hotspur’s pursuit of the Italy international ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Spurs are pushing hard to complete a transfer, but Newcastle is holding out for a fee closer to £100million, quite distant from the reported fees offered by Tottenham up to now.

According to Chronicle Live’s Lee Ryder, there’s a plot twist coming and it involves Manchester City, who have now joined the battle to sign Tonali.

“Manchester City have joined the battle to sign Sandro Tonali with Enzo Maresca eager to hit the ground running as new boss,” Ryder reported.

Ryder added that sources close to Tonali and his agent have described City as “genuine candidates” to lure him from St James’ Park.

Tottenham have already had an £80million bid rejected by Newcastle, but Spurs still believe they are in a strong position to land the midfielder.

According to Ryder, confirming The Mirror’s report, Tonali has reportedly agreed a wage structure in principle with Tottenham worth £275,000 per week across a six-year deal for a total £86-million deal going his way.

Chronicle Live is reporting that Tonali’s agency, GR Sports, would also receive 10 percent of the transfer fee, a package City could match.

Man City’s case for entering a bidding war for Tonali is linked to finding a replacement for Bernardo Silva, as well as adding cover for the potential sale of Rodri, with Tonali also being admired by the Cityzens during Pep Guardiola’s time at the club.

However, City have already spent £116 million on former Magpie midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest, which might make it hard for them to pony up as much money as Newcastle are asking for Tonali.

Arsenal, meanwhile, were reportedly offered Tonali at some point but were put off by the wages and agent fees, instead focusing on Bruno Guimaraes, who could depart for the capital in the next few days or weeks.

Sandro Tonali’s future remains at the centre of Newcastle United’s summer, with Tottenham Hotspur aiming at closing a deal in the next few days.

After having an initial £80 million offer rejected by the Magpies, things went up a level on Monday, and it’s fair to assume it’s just a matter of time for NUFC to wave the white flag.

According to The Mirror, Tottenham have offered Tonali a six-year, £86 million contract in order to let the Italy international know what’s waiting for him in London after making him Roberto De Zerbi’s top midfield target.

The contract is understood to be worth £275,000 per week and was agreed with the player after talks with his agency, GR Sports.

Spurs still need to agree a fee with Newcastle, having already seen an £80 million bid rejected earlier this month, but it’s obvious Tonali himself won’t let this opportunity go and could force Newcastle’s hand into forcing his way out, perhaps even requesting the transfer out of Tyneside.

Newcastle are keen to keep Tonali, but the report noted that a major sale would give Eddie Howe and sporting director Ross Wilson more flexibility in the market.

And at the end of the day, the Magpies would be fools if they don’t cash in this big after they paid “only” £55 million to sign Tonali from AC Milan in 2023.

A deal at that level would nearly double Newcastle’s investment and smash Tottenham’s transfer record, and added to the probable sale of Bruno for another £80 million to Arsenal, as well as the already-completed sale of Anthony Gordon to Barcelona, the Magpies could be looking at £250+ million to play with during the summer.

Newcastle United’s stance on Sandro Tonali has been tested for the past few weeks, with Tottenham Hotspur pushing to make the Italy international the centrepiece of Roberto De Zerbi’s midfield rebuild.

According to TEAMtalk’s Graeme Bailey, Tottenham are preparing a fresh offer worth £100 million for Tonali after seeing an opening proposal rejected.

The first bid submitted by Spurs, quoted at around £75 million—well below Newcastle’s valuation—was promptly rejected. Now, however, the Magpies will be against the ropes as they set precisely a £100 million valuation and, if their word is bond, should complete the sale of Tonali in the next few days.

“Tottenham Hotspur are preparing to step up their pursuit of Sandro Tonali with a sensational offer worth around £100million,” Bailey reported. “Manager Roberto De Zerbi looks to make the Newcastle United star the marquee signing of his midfield rebuild.”

TEAMtalk reported that Tottenham believe a bid in that region could be enough to reach an agreement, with Newcastle having consistently valued Tonali at that price.

The report also claimed Spurs have prepared a lucrative contract package worth more than double Tonali’s current Newcastle salary.

“The north London club have also put together a hugely lucrative contract package, worth more than double Tonali’s current salary at St James’ Park, in the belief they can persuade the 26-year-old to become the centre-piece of De Zerbi’s new-look midfield,” Bailey wrote.

According to a report from Chronicle Live’s Lee Ryder, Tonali will earn £275,000 per week in London.

With Gordon gone and Tonali set to depart, it’s now time for Newcastle to make a third tough decision, this one involving Bruno and a likely sale to Arsenal that would remove three starters from Newcastle’s XI.

Sandro Tonali’s future remains unresolved as Newcastle United continue to weigh the value of keeping one of Eddie Howe’s most important players against another potential major summer sale.

According to the Daily Mail, reporting the news on Thursday, Newcastle have rejected a second approach from Tottenham Hotspur for the Italy international.

It looks like Spurs did not improve their original £75-80 million offer, instead just asking Newcastle to reconsider their previous rejection. The request was swiftly turned down, as Newcastle somehow see such a huge fee not high enough to sell Tonali and profit from the sale of a player they initially bought for £55 million.

“Newcastle have rebuffed a second approach from Tottenham for Sandro Tonali,” the Daily Mail reported. “The North London club did not improve their original offer of £75million but asked the Magpies to reconsider.”

Football.London also reported that Tottenham returned with the same proposal, while Newcastle value Tonali closer to £100million and have not yet received an offer they consider acceptable, as ludicrous as that sounds.

Spurs gaffer Roberto De Zerbi has identified Tonali as his top midfield target, and the player is reportedly open to exploring his options after three seasons at St James’ Park. He seems nothing but locked into moving elsewhere, if not now, in a year or two, so the Magpies would do good capitalizing at the peak of his value rather than waiting for a what-if that might never become a reality.

Manchester City and Arsenal are also monitoring the situation, while Manchester United’s long-term interest is said to have cooled.

Sandro Tonali’s future in or out of Tyneside has become one of the defining sagas of Newcastle United’s summer transfer window, with Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City and Arsenal all linked as the club weighs another possible major sale.

According to Chronicle Live’s Lee Ryder, Tonali’s salary if he goes to Tottenham has leaked, and the Italian would earn £275,000 per week if he eventually completes the move to London.

That figure would reportedly make the Italy international Tottenham’s highest-paid player, above Conor Gallagher’s reported £200,000-per-week deal, although Gallagher’s wages are believed to include performance and appearance-related clauses.

Ryder also reported that Tonali’s agency, GR Sports, would receive 10 percent of the transfer sale if the move goes through.

Newcastle have publicly valued Tonali at around £100million, though the report claims there are suggestions that a bid closer to £85million could be enough, which we all knew beforehand.

The situation has been compared to Alexander Isak’s drawn-out £125million move to Liverpool last summer, though Tonali has not created the same public disruption, and it’s clear—judging by the ultra-early sale of Anthony Gordon to Barcelona—that Newcastle don’t even want to get remotely close to late August with any pending big business left to address.

The report describes the current transfer drama surrounding Tonali as mostly agent-driven, with Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi holding strong links to Tonali’s representatives, and Tonali’s own agent pushing for an exit to a bigger club since mid-season.