PSG is not comfortable with its start to the season being marked by some negative results that were certainly not part of the plan. Unlike last season, which ended with almost a 100% win rate, Luis Enrique's team has already lost games in Ligue 1 and is not dominating the league table. For this reason, behind-the-scenes moves have already begun with a view to strengthening the squad.
According to Spanish media reports, PSG is willing to spend €60 million to secure the signing of Tonali, an excellent striker who has been performing well since leaving AC Milan. That is precisely why he is seen as a significant addition to a squad that wants to improve its level and have new offensive options to defend its title. However, things do not look like they will be that easy.
Even with PSG's interest, it is still unclear whether they will move forward with a formal offer to sign the Italian in the coming months. Tonali is a key player for Newcastle, and the club has no intention of losing him anytime soon. For the Magpies, it is vital to retain top-level players if they want to compete in the Champions League on a regular basis and still fight for major trophies. Tonali's departure would be a significant blow.
Sandro Tonali is one of Newcastle's key players
Tonali is at the peak of his career, and it is only natural that he wants to compete at the highest level. It remains to be seen whether Newcastle can convince him that they can help him achieve his future goals. In Eddie Howe's 4-3-3 system, Tonali usually plays alongside Bruno Guimarães and Sean Longstaff (or Joe Willock), forming a highly versatile midfield trio.
Sandro Tonali usually plays in front of the defensive line, often dropping back between the center backs or opening up on the right side of midfield to offer a passing lane. The striker tends to prefer short and medium vertical passes to break through the opponent's first line. In addition, he uses long diagonal variations to switch lanes (mainly looking for Trippier or Almirón), having excellent rhythm with the ball, accelerating when the opponent is disorganized, and slowing down when under pressure.