Newcastle United have announced the signing of Sandro Tonali from AC Milan. The midfielder penned a 5-year contract after the Italian club agreed £55 million with the Magpies. He subsequently became the first summer acquisition for the Toons.
The club wrote on their official website on Monday: “We are delighted to announce the signing of Italian international midfielder Sandro Tonali from AC Milan.
“The 23-year-old joins for an undisclosed fee and has agreed a contract at St. James’ Park initially until 2028.
“One of Italy’s most highly rated young players, Tonali has 14 international caps for the Azzurri and has captained his country during this summer’s UEFA Under-21 European Championships.
“After beginning his senior career with Brescia, where he achieved promotion from Serie B, he moved to Milan in 2020 – initially on a season-long loan – and has now amassed 130 Serie A appearances.
“Last season, he also played in all 12 group and knock-out phase games as AC Milan reached the semi-final stage of the UEFA Champions League.”
Sandro Tonali said: “First of all, I want to thank Newcastle United because they are giving me a huge opportunity for my career.
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“I want to repay the trust on the pitch, giving it my all, as I always have. I’m really excited about playing at St. James’ Park, I can’t wait to feel the warmth of the fans.”
Newcastle will be hoping to improve on their performances following their fourth-placed finish in the league last season. They would be playing in the UEFA Champions League for the first time in 20 years.
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