Sandro Tonali

Last Updated: October 25, 2023

Sandro Tonali (born 8 May 2000) is an Italian professional footballer who plays mainly as a defensive-midfielder or central-midfielder for Premier League club Newcastle United and the Italy national team.

Personal Information:

• Full Name: Sandro Tonali
• Date of Birth: May 8, 2000 (23 years old)
• Place of Birth: Lodi, Italy
• Height: 1.81 m (5 ft 11 in)
• Position(s): Midfielder
• Current Team: Newcastle United
• Squad Number: 8

Club Career:

Serie B Success with Brescia (2017-2019)
Sandro Tonali made his professional debut for Brescia Calcio in Serie B on August 26, 2017, at the age of 17. His impressive start continued, and during the 2017-18 Serie B season, he scored two goals and provided two assists in 19 appearances. The following season, Tonali helped Brescia secure the Serie B title and promotion to Serie A.

Serie A Debut (2019-2020)
In 2019, Tonali made his Serie A debut at the age of 19 and made a significant impact. He scored his first Serie A goal with a stunning long-range free kick, showcasing his exceptional skills.

Loan to AC Milan (2020-2021)
In September 2020, Sandro Tonali joined AC Milan on a season-long loan. He made his competitive debut for Milan and became a regular in the starting eleven.

Serie A Champion with AC Milan (2021-2022)
Tonali’s talent shone as he played a vital role in AC Milan’s successful Serie A campaign during the 2021-2022 season. He became known for his precise passing and set-piece expertise.

Newcastle United Journey:

Record Signing (2023)
In July 2023, Premier League club Newcastle United made a significant investment by signing Sandro Tonali. This transfer reportedly made him the most expensive Italian player of all time. Tonali’s impact was immediate, as he scored on his Premier League debut.

International Career:

Youth Success
Tonali represented Italy in various youth categories, contributing to the team’s success at the 2018 European Under-19 Championship. He continued his journey with the Italy U21 team and earned a call-up to the senior national team.

Senior International Debut (2019)
In October 2019, Tonali made his senior international debut for Italy in a 5-0 away win against Liechtenstein. He quickly became a part of the senior squad, showcasing his potential.

Playing Style:
Sandro Tonali is often compared to legendary Italian midfielder Andrea Pirlo due to his exceptional vision, technical qualities, and deep-lying playmaking abilities. He is known for his precise long passing and his capability with set-pieces. His style also reflects influences from players like Steven Gerrard and Luka Modrić.

Personal Life:
Tonali has been an AC Milan fan since childhood, which adds a personal connection to his career.

Career Statistics:
Tonali’s career statistics reflect his consistent growth as a player, from Serie B to Serie A and now the Premier League. His accomplishments and achievements continue to draw attention from football enthusiasts and pundits.

Sandro Tonali’s journey from Brescia to AC Milan and now Newcastle United is a testament to his talent and potential to become one of Italy’s future football stars.