Sandro Tonali Transfer: Tottenham Overpaid for Italian Midfielder, Says Stefan Borson

Tottenham Hotspur have overpaid for Sandro Tonali, according to former Manchester City financial adviser Stefan Borson. The Italian midfielder's £100m transfer fee is a club-record deal for Spurs, but Borson believes it's a fair profit for Newcastle United.

What happened?

Tonali's move to Tottenham has sparked debate about the club's spending and Newcastle's financial position. The Magpies have banked £100m from the deal, following the exit of Anthony Gordon to Barcelona for £69million. This has given Newcastle a reason to be hopeful about their financial situation, despite being fined by UEFA for two separate breaches of financial rules this summer.

Why it matters for Sandro Tonali

Tonali's transfer to Tottenham is a significant move for the Italian midfielder, who is still in the prime years of his career at 26. Borson believes that Newcastle took a risk on Tonali when they signed him for £60m, but it has paid off. "He's been a very, very good signing," Borson said. "Why wouldn't they turn a profit on a signing like that?"

What comes next?

The transfer window is still open, and Tottenham are expected to make more signings. Newcastle, on the other hand, are looking to strengthen their squad after a slow start to the summer. The Magpies have set their sights on Fikayo Tomori, and Eddie Howe is accelerating his signing spree.

Tonali's transfer to Tottenham has also raised questions about the club's spending and their ability to attract top talent. Spurs have splashed a club-record fee on the midfielder, just a few days after their previous club-record fee for Mateus Fernandes. The former West Ham United man is currently in second at £85m, with Xavi Simons the next closest in third, signing from RB Leipzig for £52m.

Where does Tonali rank in Tottenham's most expensive signings?

Tonali's £100m transfer fee makes him Tottenham's most expensive signing. He is followed by Fernandes, who signed for £85m, and Xavi Simons, who signed for £52m. The midfielder's transfer has sparked excitement among Spurs fans, who are eager to see what's to come.

Tonali's move to Tottenham is a significant deal for the Italian midfielder, and it will be interesting to see how he performs in the Premier League. With the transfer window still open, there are likely to be more twists and turns in the coming weeks.