Man City consider move for Spurs target Tonali - alongside Anderson pursuit

Manchester City are weighing up a move for Tottenham target Sandro Tonali as well as continuing their pursuit of Elliot Anderson.

Spurs want the Newcastle midfielder to be their marquee signing this summer, but they could face competition from City, who are working to rebuild their midfield for incoming boss Enzo Maresca after Pep Guardiola decided to step down at the end of the 2025/26 season.

Tonali, who has a contract until 2029, is expected to command a huge fee, with Newcastle unwilling to sell the Italy international.

Tonali has been a long-term target for City, but it was initially unclear if they would consider moving for him and Anderson in the same window.

However, Sky Sports News understands City are interested in the possibility of doing deals for both players.

City remain in talks with Nottingham Forest for Anderson for a transfer that is set to cost more than £100m. They have already had one bid rejected.

City need to replace Bernardo Silva, who joined Real Madrid on Wednesday on a free transfer, while there have also been reports that Rodri is wanted at the Bernabeu.

Tottenham also want to sign Tonali this summer, with the Italy international a top target for Roberto De Zerbi as he looks to rebuild his squad after helping the club avoid relegation from the Premier League.

One of Spurs' top priorities this summer is improving the technical ability of the squad and bringing in a midfielder who can dictate play. Tonali has been identified by De Zerbi as an ideal candidate for that role.

The Italian will have a big say on transfers this summer and a move for Tonali would underline Spurs' commitment to backing De Zerbi, and their promise to spend significantly on improving the squad.

Tonali's current deal, signed in 2024 when he was serving a 10-month gambling ban, does not include a release clause, which puts Newcastle in a strong negotiating position.

Spurs have secured the free agent signings of Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi, while a deal to sign Jan Paul van Hecke for £52m has also been agreed.

Tonali is one of the Premier League's best midfielders and has also been high on the lists of Arsenal and Manchester United.

In a summer when midfielders are already coming at a premium, City's move for Anderson, which is expected to cost north of £100m, is likely to have a knock-on effect for other deals.