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Tottenham Hotspur have suffered a blow in their quest to bring Sandro Tonali to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with a report claiming that Manchester City are now planning to make a huge bid for the Newcastle United star.

Man City and Tottenham have been strongly linked with Tonali, whose days at Newcastle are numbered.

Reliable transfer news outlet TEAMtalk has reported that Tottenham are willing to meet Newcastle’s demands for Tonali.

Newcastle have long demanded £100million for the Italy international and are now asking for £116m.

That is the fee that Manchester City are paying Nottingham Forest for Elliot Anderson.

TEAMtalk has reported that Tottenham are even willing to match that figure for Tonali, who is keen on a move to the north London club.

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Tonali wants to work under fellow Italian Roberto De Zerbi at Tottenham and has already agreed personal terms with the Premier League club.

Man City prepare bid for Sandro Tonali

However, Marca has reported that Man City are planning to make a bid of their own for Tonali

The Spanish publication has stated in its headline: ‘City are preparing another bombshell signing worth over 100 million euros’.

The report itself has stated that Man City are ‘prepared to push for over €110 million, which would be another blockbuster transfer in the Premier League this season’.

A potential bid of €110m (£95m) for Tonali would be a record for an Italian player.

Mateo Retegui is the current most expensive Italian player in history.

Al Qadsiah paid Atalanta €68m (£59m) in the summer of 2025 to sign the 27-year-old Italy international striker.

No other media outlet is reporting that Man City are ready to bid for Tonali, so, for now, one needs to be cautious.

However, given that Man City are entering a new era under manager Enzo Maresca and are looking for midfield players, one should not be surprised if the Cityzens do splash the cash for Tonali.

Tonali is one of the best midfielders in the Premier League and is also an Italy international.

Paul Scholes wants Man Utd to sign Sandro Tonali

Man City would be a better team with Tonali in it, and so would Manchester United, according to Red Devils legend Paul Scholes.

Metro quotes Scholes as saying about Man Utd and Tonali: “The centre of the pitch is a big problem for me.

“You don’t feel like something is happening either, there’s nothing, there are no rumours,.

“I’ve said it, I said it on the podcast [The Good, The Bad & The Football] six months ago, I love Tonali from Newcastle.

“It looks like a few clubs are in for him including Tottenham.

‘It doesn’t sound like we are in for him but I think that would be… he knows the Premier League, he’s been with Newcastle for two or three years, obviously he had a year where he couldn’t play, but I think he’s a top-class midfield player.

“Whether Manchester United want to do that [Tonali] deal for £90-100m, whatever it is, I don’t know.

“But I think they’re going to have to do some business if they want to be successful next year.”

Tottenham have agreed personal terms with Sandro Tonali and Spurs have said yes to paying Newcastle more than £100m in a deal that will obliterate their transfer record.

As it stands, Tottenham’s record signing remains Dominic Solanke at £65m (add-ons included). All being well, that mark will be blown out of the water by Tonali’s arrival.

Spurs are backing new boss Roberto De Zerbi in a big way, and he is the key to the incredible coup that is now within reach.

Tonali wants to play for his fellow Italian and our colleagues over on TEAMtalk have brought news of an agreement on personal terms now being sealed.

Their insider, Fraser Fletcher, shed further light on that development, revealing Tonali is in line to earn close to £300,000 a week when bonuses are factored in.

The Athletic were keen on Monday morning to stress Spurs cannot rest easy, primarily due to the presence of Manchester City in this equation.

Despite landing Elliot Anderson for a club-record £116m, Man City want to make it a double coup in central areas by adding the Newcastle talisman too.

Perhaps the easiest way for City to muscle Spurs off this deal would be the latter’s reluctance to pay what Newcastle are demanding.

Spurs ready to pay in excess of £100m for Sandro Tonali

The Magpies had valued Tonali at roughly £100m, but in light of City paying £116m for Anderson, Fletcher revealed Newcastle now want in excess of £100m.

Yet in fantastic news for Tottenham fans, Fletcher then went on to state Spurs are ‘willing to meet’ Newcastle’s elevated asking price.

Accordingly, and with personal terms settled, the next step is for Spurs to strike a club-to-club agreement with Newcastle.

If that is achieved, Tonali will undergo a medical and barring any late hiccups, he’ll become Tottenham’s most expensive ever signing and their first £100m-plus player.

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Tottenham have Roberto De Zerbi to thank

As mentioned, the De Zerbi connection is why Tottenham have been able to position themselves as favourites for a player they ordinarily wouldn’t stand much chance of attracting.

Fletcher went on to detail the masterful job De Zerbi has done in this instance, declaring: ‘A key factor in the potential move is Spurs head coach De Zerbi.

‘The Italian tactician has already held positive personal discussions with Tonali, who is said to be highly enthusiastic about the prospect of playing under his compatriot and playing under his progressive style of football.

‘The two men have roots close to Brescia and have struck up an understanding during transfer talks, with sources revealing the Spurs’ boss’ vision for the club has won sway with the 26-year-old.

‘De Zerbi’s influence has already been huge inside Spurs, and he is a big pull for players due to his style of play and reputation.

‘Tonali is also understood to be keen on relocating to London, seeing the move as an exciting opportunity to experience one of football’s most vibrant cities after his time in the North-East. His known desire to depart St James’ Park has added momentum to the negotiations.

‘Talks between the two clubs remain ongoing, with the deal expected to accelerate over the coming days.’

Tottenham’s move for Tonali remains totally separate to their attempts to beat Manchester United to the signature of Mateus Fernandes.

For Spurs, it is a case of the club wanting both players despite the giant costs involved, not one or the other.

Fabrizio Romano has reported that Manchester United are still keen on a deal for Mateus Fernandes and remain in talks to bring the West Ham United midfielder to Old Trafford, despite the threat from Tottenham Hotspur.

Man Utd and Tottenham are the two clubs most actively looking to sign Fernandes, who got relegated from the Premier League with West Ham at the end of last season.

West Ham, though, are not going to sell the Portugal international midfielder on the cheap.

Transfer guru Romano has long reported that West Ham want £85million for Fernandes.

There have been contradictory reports in recent times regarding Man Utd, Tottenham and Fernandes.

While some reports have claimed that Tottenham have a deal in place with Fernandes, others have noted that Man Utd remain in talks with the West Ham star.

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Last week, Romano reported that Fernandes has not made a final call between Tottenham and Man Utd.

Romano said on his YouTube channel about Fernandes: “Guys, I still stand by my own call on this deal.

“And so, for Mateus Fernandes, Manchester United and Tottenham are still fighting.

“Tottenham have been there for days, trying to enter, pushing with the player, pushing with his agent, but Manchester United remain in contact with West Ham.

“Manchester United are still working on the Mateus Fernandes deal.

“So, West Have been clear with the agent of the player.

“The player will be sold to the best offer, to the club offering the most money.

“So, who offers one penny more is getting the player from West Ham.

“And Mateus Fernandes has opened doors to both Tottenham and Man Utd.

“So, now depends on West Ham.

“If West Ham accept Utd bid, he goes to Utd.

“If Tottenham win the race, he goes to Spurs.

“So, the story is open, and from what I am told, Man Utd are yet to give up on Mateus Fernandes.

“So, for sure, a story to follow for one of the most wanted midfielders around, because, for Mateus Fernandes, there are many clubs keen, really many clubs keen, many others already called.

“He was mentioned by Real Madrid in the conversation with Jose Mourinho three weeks ago.

“Then there has been a call from Liverpool at the end of May to ask about the situation.

“So, many clubs interested in Mateus Fernandes, but now Man Utd and Tottenham pushing like crazy to get the deal done.

“And let’s see who’s going to win this race.”

Romano has now reported that Man Utd are still trying to get a deal done for Fernandes and have not given up on signing him.

Man Utd ‘not giving up on’ on Mateus Fernandes

The Italian journalist said on his YouTube channel on Tuesday morning: “Man Utd don’t stop contacts for Mateus Fernandes.

“The battle I have been telling you about Mateus Fernandes between Manchester United and Tottenham is still underway.

“Man Utd and Tottenham are every day in contact with West Ham, and every day in contact with the agent of the player, Jorge Mendes.

“So, I told you that the player is open to joining both clubs, Tottenham or Man Utd.

“This depends on the clubs, on who can go to West Ham and agree a fee.

“So, that’s the point – the transfer fee, around £85million plus, and also important to mention payment terms.

“So, details of the Mateus Fernandes story depends on the club.

“I keep telling you West Ham will sell to the club ready to spend the best money.

“Then important to say even after the injury of Manuel Ugarte, Manchester United remain in active conversations for Mateus Fernandes.

“They are not giving up on him and Tottenham also in conversations.

“So, ready to keep you update as soon as the story will take a clear direction, as soon as possible.”

Tottenham are ‘edging closer’ to the record-breaking arrival of Sandro Tonali, with multiple trusted reporters also providing updates on the club’s pursuit of Mateus Fernandes.

With Roberto De Zerbi at the helm, Tottenham are going big in the market this summer. Bags of experience has been added with the triple addition of Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi.

At centre-back, Spurs paid £52m to sign Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton, while there’s genuine hope of signing BOTH Cody Gakpo and Savinho from Liverpool and Manchester City respectively.

However, the biggest deals will come in midfield, with Tottenham aiming to sign Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, either of which will set a new transfer record in north London depending on who arrives first. Dominic Solanke (£65m) remains Tottenham’s record buy for the time being.

Man City are providing stiff competition for Tonali’s signature, even despite spending an eye-watering £116m on Elliot Anderson.

That’s according to Chris Waugh of The Athletic, who specialises in covering Newcastle, and who claimed Tonali’s exit is now ‘edging closer’. And per the report, his direction of travel is Spurs, not City.

Tottenham to sign Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes?

After seeing a formal offer worth somewhere in the £75m-£80m range turned down, the report confirmed talks have ‘continued’ and Newcastle now ‘anticipate’ the Italian’s departure.

The report added: ‘De Zerbi is keen to add starting-level talent to improve his midfield options this summer, and Tonali and Fernandes remain among his and the club’s top targets.

‘Tottenham face serious competition from Manchester City for Tonali. The 26-year-old midfielder is from the Italian town of Lodi, around 70 kilometres away from Brescia, De Zerbi’s hometown, and came through the Brescia academy.

‘It is understood that a personal connection between the head coach and the player has been integral in strengthening Tottenham’s attempts to lure him away from Newcastle, though the promise of challenging for titles and playing in the Champions League at City is a significant pull. Newcastle may also be more reluctant to sell to a club that they finished five places above last season.’

Providing an update of his own on X, trusted reporter, Ben Jacobs, stated: ‘Spurs continue in talks to sign Sandro Tonali and are optimistic the Italian midfielder wants to join.

‘Roberto De Zerbi is understood to a key factor in his decision-making process. Manchester City and Arsenal also hold an interest.

‘Newcastle United have already rejected one formal offer worth around £80m, but club-to-club negotiations are ongoing.

‘Separate from Mateus Fernandes where Spurs and Manchester United are both in talks with West Ham.’

As mentioned, it is not a case of one or the other from Tonali and Fernandes for Spurs – the club want both.

Tonali is valued by the Magpies at £100m, while West Ham will sell £85m-rated Fernandes to which ever club puts the most money on the table.

As it stands, the two teams pushing hardest for Fernandes’ signature are Tottenham and Man Utd.

Former Tottenham scout Bryan King has suggested Lucas Bergvall is a “fancy Dan” who will never become “a top-class midfielder” and is actually better suited to a historically weaker team.

Spurs finished 17th in the Premier League last season, following a finish of the same position the year prior. They have made strides in improving their squad but could be hindered by some exits.

Reports emerged last week that Bergvall had asked to leave Tottenham for a new challenge, feeling there’s no clear route into Roberto De Zerbi’s plans, and he wants to get consistent minutes as a No.8.

It’s suggested the Swede has a £45million price tag on his head, and Nottingham Forest are one of the leaders in the pursuit.

Former Tottenham scout King feels Bergvall is better suited to the Midlands club, as he suggested he’s not going to become a great player.

King told Football Insider: “He’d probably be more suited for Nottingham Forest than he is for Tottenham. Don’t fancy him.

“I honestly don’t think he’s strong enough to become a top-class midfield player. Fancy Dan, likes to do a little bit on the ball, but for me, he isn’t going to win you a title.

“Decent young player. Potential. But he isn’t going to be top, top flight. He’s not a Stefan Schwarz from the old Swedish days.

“I mean, you know, talking about the old Swedish players. They were proper players. They were proper midfield players.”

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Bergvall was Tottenham’s best player a year ago

King’s suggestion is that Bergvall is not a proper midfield player, and doesn’t have the same effect as he’d like to see.

But the Swedish midfielder was named Tottenham’s Player of the Season in 2024/25, his first as a Spurs player, while he was still a teenager.

If he had that sort of impact on a below-par side in not only his first season at the club, but his first season outside of Sweden, where he’d been playing for Djurgarden, then his next club, after a couple of years worth of Premier League experience, could be getting a very good midfielder.

It seems that Roberto De Zerbi doesn’t rate him, giving him just one start in the seven Spurs games he oversaw at the back end of last season, and the club will hope that doesn’t come back to bite them.

Forest, Aston Villa and Chelsea are among the Premier League clubs interested in Bergvall, and it will look an awful decision if Bergvall is sold to a fellow English club and becomes a star there.

Tottenham are “willing to let go” of James Maddison if they receive the right offer, with Aston Villa waiting in the wings, reveals former scout Mick Brown.

Spurs are going hard for two quality midfielders this summer – Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali. There is a confidence at the club that the pair – valued at £85million and £100million – will come through the door.

Should that happen, it’s been suggested Joao Palhinha won’t return to Tottenham – though they chose not to utilise their option to buy him anyway – and there could be ramifications for vice-captain Maddison, too.

Brown, who was formerly a scout at Spurs, has revealed the English midfielder could be cut adrift if a suitable offer arrives.

He told Football Insider: “It’s going to be interesting to see what happens with James Maddison now.

“From what I hear, Tottenham might be willing to let him go if the right offer arrives, especially if they can bring in some new players and push him down the pecking order.

“They’re not forcing him out or anything like that, but [Roberto] De Zerbi is making big changes to his squad, so if they can find a replacement they wouldn’t stand in his way.

“Aston Villa have been keeping an eye on his situation, and while it would be a gamble after his injury, they could bring him in and assess his level during pre-season.

“Their scouts have been having a look at him and they will know roughly where he’s at and whether the injury has had a major impact. If not, he could be a strong addition.

“It’s an area of the pitch where Villa want to improve, so if the opportunity arrives, it wouldn’t surprise me to see them make a move.”

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Tottenham could use money coming in

What the right offer for Maddison would be is not clear, but any money coming in at Tottenham this summer would be ideal.

They have already splashed £52million on Jan Paul van Hecke and should the signings of Fernandes and Tonali reach the expected figures, £185million more will leave Spurs’ account.

While Cristian Romero is expected to leave this summer, there is speculation over the exit of Richarlison, and a £45million price tag is reported to have been set for Lucas Bergvall, all of those exits happening together will not make up for the money that could be spent.

What Villa would be able to spend on Maddison is also unclear, as there are regular suggestions that they need to sell to buy and therefore might not be able to splash big cash.

A Tottenham insider feels a “club legend” is done if the signings of midfield stars Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes are made this summer.

Spurs are going hard in the summer transfer window so far. The defence is already sorted, with Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson and Jan Paul van Hecke, and there are some bigger names in view for the midfield.

Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali and West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes are both the subject of hard pushes from Tottenham, and it’s believed progress is being made on both.

Spurs insider John Wenham feels that if both those men are signed – which he has recently suggested will happen – then a very important player in the club’s last season won’t return.

He told Tottenham News: “If we sign Tonali and Fernandes, Tottenham will not sign Joao Palhinha. It’s a massive shame for Joao because he was instrumental in keeping us up and he should forever be warmly welcomed at Tottenham Hotspur.

“Even as a club legend, actually, because of the massive contribution that he made in keeping us in the division.

“But I think when they’ve invested those funds elsewhere, on Tonali, on Fernandes, they’ll be our first choice in the centre of midfield.”

Palhinha scored two very important goals en route to Spurs’ Premier League survival last season – winners in 1-0 victories over Wolves and Everton. The strike against the former came in the 82nd minute, while victory over the Toffees on the final day secured safety.

However, Tottenham chose not to use their £26million option to buy Palhinha from Bayern Munich this summer, and while there have been suggestions they could enter into separate negotiations, if both the midfielders in their sights are signed, it seems there will be no need.

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Fernandes deal not done yet

How advanced they are on the other transfers is currently being reported differently by different outlets.

There has been a suggestion that Tottenham’s signing of Fernandes was done, but Ben Jacobs has denied that.

He said: “Manchester United are still in talks with the player at the time of recording and West Ham United, and Tottenham are there as well.

“We’ve heard some suggestions in the last 24-48 hours that it’s a done deal with Spurs. We’re not there yet.

“Tottenham have been in advanced talks with the player; Manchester United’s talks with the player pre-date Tottenham entering the race – and again, it could change very quickly.

“But at the time I’m recording this, Fernandes has not made a decision on which club he wants to join – and there could be others to enter the race as well.”

Tottenham are looking to wrap up a deal to sign Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali this week, according to reports.

Spurs are looking to bring in at least one new midfielder this summer with Roberto De Zerbi’s side not wasting any time to improve their squad.

Tottenham have already secured four deals with Andy Robertson, Marco Senesi and Martin Dubravka arriving on free transfers, while Jan Paul van Hecke has joined for £52m.

Newcastle midfielder Tonali seems to be one of their next major targets, while they are still pursuing a move for West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes, but that deal is being complicated by strong interest from Manchester United.

In a bold update over the weekend, Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla insisted that a deal for Tottenham to sign Tonali is all but finalised.

Pedulla wrote on his website: ‘Tottenham are finalising the Sandro Tonali deal with Newcastle, breaking the £100 million mark for the player.

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‘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 Newcastle until June 30, 2029.

‘Now we’re trading in double figures: £12-13 million fixed base per season plus generous bonuses.

‘All that remains is to wait for the deal to be finalised.’

And now Sport Mediaset have claimed that Tottenham are ‘confident’ that they can complete a deal to sign Tonali from Newcastle by the end of this week.

The report wrote: ‘Sandro Tonali has reached an agreement with Tottenham on a six-year contract worth €12 million, including bonuses. As revealed by our Orazio Accomando, however, an agreement has yet to be reached between Spurs and Newcastle , with whom there is a gap between supply and demand. Tottenham, however, are confident and hope to close the deal this week.’

New bid for Tottenham star ‘likely from Nottingham Forest’

Speaking on the Tuttomercatoweb podcast, another Italian journalist, Gianluca Di Marzio, has revealed that Spurs have rejected a €50m bid for in-demand midfielder Lucas Bergvall, “likely from Nottingham Forest”.

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Di Marzio said: “Bergvall, a Tottenham player who will perhaps find less playing time with all those signings, is working with his entourage to leave.

“He’s a player you think: “I’ll go there, maybe I’ll take him on loan, offer €30m, offer €35m and they’ll give him to me,’ but Napoli, who are among the most interested teams in Italy, have made an effort to understand and thought perhaps, at most, they could land him with €40m.”

Di Marzio added: “Instead, Tottenham recently rejected €50m, likely from an English club, likely Nottingham Forest. And I don’t think they’ll go below that threshold. It will always take €50m or more.”

Ben Jacobs has revealed that Man Utd have opened “formal talks” to sign West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes ahead of Tottenham this summer.

The Red Devils have lined up a deal to sign Ederson from Atalanta with the Brazil international likely to officially join once the World Cup is over.

But Man Utd are not done there, with INEOS looking to bring in at least one more midfielder, a left-back and a left-winger as a minimum this summer.

Man Utd have been linked with numerous midfielders this summer but one who has emerged as a top target recently is West Ham’s Fernandes.

Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson was their top target but he proved to be too expensive with arch-rivals Man City agreeing a record fee of £116m for the England international.

And now Man Utd are making a push for Fernandes with Italian journalist Matteo Moretto confirming on Saturday that the Red Devils are ‘back in’ for the Portugal international.

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Moretto wrote on X: ‘Manchester United is back in the chase for Mateus Fernandes. In the last few hours, there have been new contacts with the player; the Red Devils are willing to improve their contractual offer to convince him to sign. Manchester United also plans to hold direct talks with West Ham. Tottenham remains in the race and has pressed hard in recent days, but now United is trying to get ahead.’

And now talkSPORT journalist Jacobs has rejected claims of a “done deal” to Tottenham with Man Utd now entering “formal talks” with West Ham to get a deal over the line.

Jacobs said on talkSPORT: “Manchester United are still in talks with the player at the time of recording and West Ham United, and Tottenham are there as well.

“We’ve heard some suggestions in the last 24-48 hours that it’s a done deal with Spurs. We’re not there yet.

“Tottenham have been in advanced talks with the player; Manchester United’s talks with the player pre-date Tottenham entering the race – and again, it could change very quickly.

“But at the time I’m recording this, Fernandes has not made a decision on which club he wants to join – and there could be others to enter the race as well.

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“Remember, Arsenal were there a little bit earlier in the summer before the window opened; Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid also hold appreciation too.

“But Manchester United are still in formal talks with West Ham, and what I sense here is both Man United and Spurs are waiting to see if they can get that communication from the player that he only wants to join a particular club – and then you’re in a stronger position to negotiate with West Ham United.”

But West Ham are in no rush to sell, Jacobs explained: “Even though West Ham have gone down, they’ve got a cash injection of £90m and as a consequence, there is not as big an urgency anymore to try and bring in that £150m through sales alone…

“It was thought maybe three or four weeks ago that West Ham United would need a bit of a fire sale, but now they are in a stronger financial position and that is going to allow them to dig in on this £80-85m asking price.”

Tottenham insider John Wenham has likened a Spurs midfield target to former star man Mousa Dembele, and feels they’ll get him and Sandro Tonali.

Tottenham are showing serious ambition in manager Roberto De Zerbi’s first summer in charge. They have so far signed three defenders – Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson and Jan Paul van Hecke – and they’ve since moved on to some quality midfielders.

Mateus Fernandes and Tonali are both linked, and landing both could cost Spurs around £185million.

Wenham feels both will join, as he explained he sees a lot of a former Tottenham star in the former.

He told Tottenham News: “I think it’s been made clear that Roberto de Zerbi wants both. He wants Tonali as the kind of sitter in the midfield to dictate the play, pick up the ball from the goalkeeper and start our moves.

“And he wants Fernandes as somebody with the ability to sit deep, but also drive forward with the ball. It’s an unusual comparison, but as I’ve started to watch more videos of Mateus Fernandes, the way he moves with the ball is a bit similar to how Mousa Dembele operated for Tottenham.

“Obviously they’re a very different size, physique, aesthetics, I get that, but the way they carry the ball and transition the ball from the deep part of the pitch forward is quite similar to Mousa Dembele’s style at Tottenham.

“You see these stats of five goals, five assists and you kind of think he’s an attacking midfielder, Fernandes, but the more I’ve looked into it and the more videos I’ve watched, I can actually see he starts off very deep in the game and then he brings the ball forward with his ability. I think Tottenham are going to get both.”

Fernandes ready for Spurs move

Our friends at TEAMtalk have suggested that Spurs do indeed want to land two quality midfielders, with Fernandes and Tonali topping their list.

They are pressing ahead hard on a move for the West Ham man, and the midfielder himself is ready to make the move across London.

Indeed, sources state he has given a full green light for Tottenham to come after him, accepting their full proposal on personal details.

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They are now in advanced discussions with West Ham over a club-record deal for Fernandes.

There is also a sense that Tottenham are willing to go big for Tonali, with reports suggesting they’re preparing a huge bid for the Italian.

They’re ready to go up to £100million and feel that will be enough to secure Tonali’s services.