Beppe Riso, the agent of Sandro Tonali, has confirmed that he will engage in transfer discussions with Newcastle in the upcoming months. However, the Italian midfielder has ‘no specific preference’ for his next club and remains focused on helping the Magpies secure Champions League qualification this season.
Riso shared insights into Tonali’s future during an interview with Tuttosport.
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 16: Sandro Tonali of Newcastle observes during the Premier League match against Aston Villa at Villa Park on August 16, 2025. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)
Recent reports suggested that Arsenal made an approach to sign Tonali on transfer deadline day; however, Riso clarified that Newcastle was not interested in selling the Italian talent.
“Newcastle are reluctant to part with Sandro, as he aims to lead the club to Champions League success,” Riso stated. “We will hold transfer talks later on and will assess our options at the end of the season.”
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Interest in Tonali is also coming from Arsenal and Juventus, yet the former Milan player is not contemplating a move away from Newcastle just yet.
“Currently, there’s no preference. It’s still early in the process,” his agent added.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 11: Sandro Tonali celebrates after scoring the first goal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Chelsea at St James’ Park on May 11, 2025. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
“What we decide today may not hold tomorrow. Newcastle has no intention of parting with him now, and Sandro is dedicated to the club. Our decisions will be made this summer,” Riso concluded.
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This season, Tonali has made 36 appearances for Newcastle across all competitions, contributing five assists. He transferred to St. James’ Park from Milan in the summer of 2023 in a deal exceeding €60 million.
Tonali’s contract with Newcastle runs until June 2028. The 25-year-old has netted three goals in 30 appearances for the Italian national team.