Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali has been linked with a move back to Serie A, but his agent has played down any immediate return due to the high costs involved in signing the Italian international. According to Calciomercato, via Newcastle Chronicle, Tonali remains focused on his Premier League career despite speculation surrounding his future.
Tonali, who joined Newcastle from AC Milan for €70 million (£60m) in 2023, has had a mixed start in England but remains a key part of Eddie Howe’s long-term plans.
📊 Player Profile & Career Stats
- Name: Sandro Tonali
- Age: 24 (Born May 8, 2000)
- Nationality: Italy
- Position: Central Midfielder
- Height: 181 cm
- Current Club: Newcastle United
🔹 2024/25 Season Performance (Newcastle United)
- Premier League Appearances: 18
- Goals: 2
- Assists: 3
- Pass Accuracy: 85.6%
- Tackles Won per 90 mins: 2.7
- Key Passes per 90 mins: 1.9
📈 Career Record (All Clubs)
- Total Appearances: 195
- Goals: 18
- Assists: 30
- International Caps (Italy): 24 (3 goals)
🔎 Why Is a Serie A Return Unlikely?
🔵 High Transfer Costs
- Newcastle paid €70m for Tonali, making a return to Italy financially difficult for Serie A clubs.
- Italian sides cannot match his wages, which are significantly higher than at AC Milan.
🔵 Commitment to Newcastle’s Project
- Tonali has stated he is happy at Newcastle and wants to succeed in the Premier League.
- Eddie Howe sees him as a long-term midfield leader for the club.
🔵 Serie A Interest Exists But Is Unfeasible
- Juventus and Inter Milan reportedly admire Tonali but lack the financial capacity to afford a move.
- Any return to Italy would likely be a loan deal with an option to buy, which Newcastle are not considering.
⚖️ How Does Tonali Compare to Other Premier League Midfielders?
| Player | 2024/25 Goals | Assists | Pass Accuracy | Tackles per 90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandro Tonali (Newcastle) | 2 | 3 | 85.6% | 2.7 |
| Declan Rice (Arsenal) | 3 | 4 | 88.1% | 2.9 |
| Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle) | 4 | 6 | 86.4% | 2.5 |
💡 Analysis: Tonali’s numbers show he is adapting well to the Premier League and remains a key figure in Newcastle’s midfield.
💰 What’s Next for Tonali?
- Newcastle will not entertain offers unless an Italian club can match their valuation.
- His role in the Italian national team remains secure despite playing abroad.
- Juventus and Inter could revisit interest in the future, but no immediate move is expected.
👀 Fan Reactions & Social Media Buzz
💬 “Tonali belongs in the Premier League! He’s a midfield machine.” – @NUFCFan
💬 “Juventus would love to have him, but there’s no way they can afford it.” – @SerieAFootball
💬 “Newcastle is the perfect place for Tonali to become world-class.” – @PLAnalysis
🏆 Verdict: Will Tonali Ever Return to Serie A?
For now, a move back to Italy looks unlikely, given Newcastle’s investment and his current importance to the squad. While Serie A clubs admire him, his price tag and salary demands make a deal nearly impossible.
Tonali’s future remains in England, where he is expected to be a key part of Newcastle’s ambitions in the Premier League and Europe.
📢 What do you think? Will Tonali ever return to Serie A, or is his future in the Premier League? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
