Tottenham Join Arsenal Fight for Newcastle Midfielder Sandro Tonali Amid Summer Transfer Rush

Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali has attracted interest from Tottenham Hotspur as well as several other top clubs. Chelsea are also monitoring Crystal Palace centre‑back Maxence Lacroix, while Atalanta right‑back Marco Palestra remains on their radar.

TRENDING RUMORS

– Tottenham Hotspur have entered the race for Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali, according to Fabrizio Romano. The 26‑year‑old Italy international is wanted by Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi following the club’s recent avoidance of relegation. He will also face competition from Manchester City, Arsenal, Juventus and AC Milan, all of whom have a long‑standing interest in the player. Tonali’s contract runs out in two years, and this summer could be Newcastle’s last chance to secure a fee around £80 million.

– Chelsea are tracking Crystal Palace centre‑back Maxence Lacroix, reports The Daily Mail. Lacroix, 26, is a France World Cup squad member after helping Palace win the Europa Conference League last season. Though he is contracted until 2029, interest from Arsenal and Real Madrid has prompted him to consider his options. In addition, Chelsea spoke with the agent of Atalanta right‑back Marco Palestra two weeks ago, according to Nicolo Schira, while the Serie A side seeks offers above €50 million.

– Manchester United are evaluating West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville, The Athletic says. The 24‑year‑old has impressed despite West Ham’s relegation and is among United’s top candidates for the left wing. Summerville, a Netherlands international, is currently at the World Cup, and his expected fee is around £50 million.

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– Real Madrid have made an enquiry for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, reports Sky Germany. New Madrid manager José Mourinho holds Nmecha in high regard after his standout performance in Germany’s 7‑1 World Cup opening win over Curaçao. The 25‑year‑old is contracted to Dortmund until 2030, with a €70 million release clause activating next summer.

– Bayern Munich are poised to sign PSV forward Ismael Saibari for over €50 million, according to TalkSPORT. The 25‑year‑old Morocco international, who scored against Brazil in the World Cup opener, is set to undergo his Bayern medical in the United States. Saibari tallied 15 league goals in 27 Eredivisie matches last season and is expected to serve as a versatile understudy to Harry Kane at the Allianz Arena.

– Newcastle United are intensifying their pursuit of Osasuna winger Victor Muñoz, The Daily Mail reports. Muñoz’s €40 million release clause has attracted interest from AS Roma and Bayer Leverkusen. Newcastle aim to add several younger players this summer, also monitoring Wolves 18‑year‑old attacker Matthew Mane.

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OTHER RUMORS

– Paris Saint‑Germain’s 20‑year‑old midfielder Sleepy Mayul is expected to reject interest from Bayern Munich and Chelsea and sign a new deal with the French champions.

– Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte has received an offer from AC Milan, where he could reunite with former manager Rúben Amorim.

– Bayern Munich are close to finalising a €55 million deal for Eintracht Frankfurt full‑back Nathaniel Brown, who has already agreed personal terms.

– West Ham United are monitoring Watford and Australia winger Nestory Irankunda during the World Cup.

– Newcastle United have informed 34‑year‑old goalkeeper Nick Pope that he is free to leave St James’ Park this summer, although Leeds United have ruled themselves out of the race.

– Leeds United are preparing a bid for 22‑year‑old Sporting CP centre‑back Ousmane Diomande, who carries a €75 million release clause.

– Celta Vigo have opened talks with Girona’s Azzedine Ounahi.

– Werder Bremen have reached an agreement in principle to sign Fortuna Düsseldorf forward Cedric Itten.

– Udinese have triggered the clause in Nicolò Zaniolo’s loan deal from Galatasaray, making the move permanent.

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