Chelsea could find themselves as the main beneficiaries of Newcastle closing in on a £60million transfer for Sandro Tonali. Following their Champions League qualification, the Magpies are eyeing a significant summer spend with a move for the AC Milan midfielder showcasing their intentions.
Nicolo Barella, who was on Chelsea's list, was another engine room target for Newcastle but Tonali appears to be their chosen acquisition. Final negotiations have now begun with a six-year contract to be signed by the Italy international which will see AC Milan garner a £60million fee.
While Eddie Howe's side will be getting a world class midfielder, Mauricio Pochettino and Chelsea could benefit from the move with the latest edition of transfer dominos. Ruben Loftus-Cheek is the main name of interest to the Italian giants and a move did look to be entering its final stages until technical director Paolo Maldini, who had been the main driving force in negotiations, was sacked.
