Overview
- Agent Giuseppe Riso says transfer discussions will be held after the campaign, with no club preference stated at this stage.
- Newcastle have played down an immediate exit and maintain that any conversations belong in the summer as the midfielder remains integral on a long contract.
- Reports that Tonali was offered to Arsenal on deadline day were denied by Newcastle and disputed by his agent.
- Manchester City, Juventus, Chelsea and Arsenal are reported to be monitoring his situation, with some outlets citing valuations in the €90m–£100m range.
- Newcastle sit mid‑table and outside Champions League places, and club reporting indicates contingency planning for midfield options ahead of the summer window.