"Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali is effectively contracted to the club until 2030 after it was revealed the midfielder signed an extension during his 10-month suspension for gambling offences. Tonali joined Newcastle from AC Milan in July 2023 on a five-year contract, but saw his first season prematurely ended when his ban was handed down in October. According to multiple reports, the Italy international then approached the club about taking a pay cut."
"Newcastle accepted that proposal but also extended his contract by a year, while also adding an option extend it by a further year, with Tonali willing to add extra seasons to his deal in a show of appreciation for the faith displayed in him by the club during his ban. It means Tonali is tied to Newcastle for the remainder of the decade. As such, a midfielder described as the best in the Premier League by Paul Scholes will be difficult to prise from the Magpies."
"Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes and Joelinton have formed an extremely impressive midfield trident at St James' Park, their performances in the Newcastle engine room critical to Eddie Howe's men winning the EFL Cup last season and finishing fifth in the Premier League to secure Champions League qualification. His first full season with Newcastle saw Tonali score six goals in all competitions and provide three assists as he flourished operating in the number six role for Howe."
Sandro Tonali signed a contract extension with Newcastle during a 10-month gambling suspension, effectively tying him to the club until 2030 with an additional option year. He moved from AC Milan in July 2023 on an initial five-year deal and agreed to a pay cut while expressing willingness to add further seasons in appreciation for the club's support. Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes and Joelinton form a midfield trio that helped Newcastle win the EFL Cup and finish fifth to secure Champions League qualification. Tonali scored six goals and three assists in his first full season and has two assists this season.
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