Tottenham Hotspur are preparing to make an improved offer for Sandro Tonali after Newcastle United rejected their initial proposal of around £80 million for the Italian midfielder.

Spurs made their approach this week as they continued efforts to strengthen Roberto De Zerbi’s midfield options ahead of the upcoming season. However, Newcastle quickly dismissed the bid, showing their desire to keep hold of one of their most important players.

De Zerbi has been a long-time admirer of Tonali, and Tottenham have been assessing the financial details needed to make a deal possible for the 26-year-old.

Despite Newcastle’s rejection, Spurs remain confident that negotiations could continue and believe an agreement may still be reached.

Tottenham are now considering an improved offer for Sandro Tonali as they look to get closer to Newcastle United’s valuation of the midfielder. The revised proposal could include a significant amount of performance-based bonuses and add-ons.

Newcastle are reportedly placing Tonali’s value at around £100 million and remain in a strong position during negotiations, especially with several top Premier League clubs monitoring the situation.

Manchester City and Arsenal are both believed to be keeping track of developments, while Manchester United have also shown interest in the Italian midfielder. However, United are not currently expected to submit an official bid.

Tonali’s former club AC Milan have also emerged as interested parties, adding further competition for the 26-year-old’s signature.

Tottenham’s recruitment team are also exploring alternative midfield targets in case negotiations for Sandro Tonali fail to move forward. Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton remains on their shortlist, with Spurs having a long-standing interest in the England international.

The next few days could prove decisive as Tottenham look to discover whether they can make progress in talks with Newcastle United over a potential deal for Tonali.

Although Spurs remain confident that an agreement can be reached, they are prepared to consider other options if Newcastle show no willingness to change their position.

Tonali has become an important player for Newcastle, and the club’s reluctance to part ways with him means Tottenham may need to submit a much stronger offer if they want to sign one of Roberto De Zerbi’s key midfield targets this summer.