Man United 'shortlist' Newcastle player, Man City & Arsenal updates revealed
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Credit: Imago Sat 28 March 2026 13:26, UK Newcastle United are ready to field offers for Sandro Tonali if they miss out on qualifying for European football this season.Tonali has continued to be a key player for Eddie Howe this season as Newcastle chase a top-five finish, with 47 appearances made across all competitions so far.His standout performances in 2025-26 have seen him linked with a move back to Italy, while numerous Premier League clubs are also being linked to his services ahead of the summer.Newcastle are struggling in the Premier League, and as I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, missing out on European football could play a huge part in Tonali’s next steps.Howe will not want Tonali to be a part of Newcastle’s transfer plans this summer, but they are ready to field offers and could well be forced into accepting his departure. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Sandro Tonali wants to be playing at the top level amid Newcastle’s strugglesThe Magpies currently occupy 12th place in the Premier League following a crushing 2-1 defeat to arch-rivals Sunderland last time out.Champions League qualification looks unlikely, now that they sit seven points from Liverpool in fifth, and qualifying for either of the other European competitions may not even be enough to convince Tonali to stay.DateMatchSunday, 12 AprilCrystal Palace (a)Saturday, 18 AprilBournemouth (H)Saturday, 25 AprilArsenal (a)Saturday, 2 MayBrighton (H)Saturday, 9 MayNottingham Forest (a)Sunday, 17 MayWest Ham (H)Sunday, 24 MayFulham (a)Newcastle’s remaining 2025-26 PL gamesSpeaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “There will be interest in Sandro Tonali in this summer transfer window.“Especially if Newcastle do miss out on European football, Champions League football, they will be bracing themselves for interest in their top players, and Tonali is definitely among those.“Man United are interested in him, he’s on their list as they look to reinvent their midfield and strengthen in that department.
Arsenal have been highlighted with an interest in Tonali as well.“Newcastle don’t really want to lose Tonali. He’s under contract until 2028.
They stood by him when he had that betting probe as well.“They will be hoping they can convince him to stay beyond the summer transfer window.”Bruno Guimaraes could also leave Newcastle as Man United circleTonali’s determination and defensive nous in midfield are fantastically complemented by Guimaraes’ tenacity and willingness to drive the ball forward quickly.He is, however, another Magpies star who could move on from Tyneside this summer if they fail to make Europe.According to Football Insider’s sources, Guimaraes is “likely” to join Man United if Michael Carrick is appointed as their new permanent manager, as he is a big fan of the Brazilian star.Newcastle do not want to lose both of their key midfield men this summer, though, and recent reports have claimed that they will only let one of them depart for pastures new. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Newcastle Insider Access Get the full story from St James’ Park and Darsley Park with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Tyneside.