Agent talks up Arsenal, Man City options for Newcastle midfielder Tonali

Agent talks up Arsenal, Man City options for Newcastle midfielder Tonali

The agent of Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali admits he could be on the move this summer.

Guiseppe Riso says Newcastle has always been seen as a stepping stone to a bigger club.

Riso said: "The deal came about because a club like Newcastle with unlimited financial resources had decided to invest in Sandro. We considered the idea of having the player play in a higher-level league.”

On a possible move to potentially Arsenal or Manchester City, Riso continued: “Exactly, that was the goal from the moment he went to England – to try to make him a star player. I think he’s the Italian footballer with one of the highest values in the world.

“If he shines at the World Cup, will City or Arsenal be hot on his heels? I don’t know (laughs), but it’s very likely. Everyone is waiting for the World Cup; then a thousand scenarios will unfold, but it all kicks off after the World Cup."

Tonali's deal with Newcastle runs to 2028 with an option to 2029.