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Sandro Tonali

2026-07-272026-09-19

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    Big-money signings include midfielders Mateus Fernandes from West Ham and Sandro Tonali from Newcastle.

    De Zerbi wants 'soul and passion' from new-look Tottenham
  3. Citizen Digital

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    Newcastle winger Barnes signs long-term contract extension
  4. Citizen Digital

    Big-money signings include midfielders Mateus Fernandes from West Ham and Sandro Tonali from Newcastle.

    De Zerbi wants 'soul and passion' from new-look Tottenham

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Leeds beat Newcastle 4-1 to climb third in Premier League

    Leeds United defeated Newcastle United 4-1 at Elland Road, rising to third place in the Premier League table on Monday. The victory inflicted a first defeat for Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle, with goals from Lewis Miley (own goal), Jayden Bogle, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Noah Okafor.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 14 September

  1. Richarlison excluded from Spurs' League Cup squad despite eligibility

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi confirmed that Brazilian striker Richarlison will not feature in the club's League Cup tie at Liverpool on Tuesday, despite being eligible to play in the competition after being left out of the Premier League squad list.

    14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 27 August

  1. Spanish midfielder Gonzalez joins Newcastle from Manchester City

    Nico Gonzalez, a 24-year-old Spanish midfielder, has signed a long-term deal with Newcastle United from Manchester City for up to £52 million. Gonzalez expressed excitement about joining the club and playing at St James' Park as a home player.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Spurs complete Savio signing, pursue Man City's Marmoush

    Tottenham Hotspur agreed a season-long loan deal with Manchester City for Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush, with an obligation to buy for £60 million next year, following the signing of Brazilian winger Savio for a reported initial fee of £75 million.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 23 August

  1. Tottenham lose 3-0 to Brentford in dismal Premier League opener

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi apologised for his side's 3-0 defeat at Brentford, saying his players did not fight hard enough. The loss marked Tottenham's joint-heaviest opening day defeat in the Premier League era, despite the club spending over £200 million in the transfer window.

    23 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 22 August

  1. De Zerbi says Tottenham spending essential to avoid relegation

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi defended the club's spending spree of over £200 million in the close-season, saying it was vital to prevent a repeat of last season's relegation battle that he resolved on the final day.

    22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 21 August

  1. Premier League returns as Arsenal seeks second consecutive title

    The Premier League season begins with defending champions Arsenal facing newly promoted Coventry in the opening match at Emirates Stadium. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta welcomes the pressure of being hunted by rivals as the club looks to win a second successive title.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 20 August

  1. Tottenham in talks with Man City for Savinho, Marmoush

    Tottenham Hotspur are in talks with Manchester City to sign forwards Savinho and Omar Marmoush, according to British media reports. Savinho made just seven Premier League starts last season, while Marmoush fell out of favour under former manager Pep Guardiola.

    20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Newcastle sign Bosnia defender Dedic from Benfica

    Newcastle United signed Bosnia-Herzegovina right-back Amar Dedic from Benfica for a reported £30 million on a five-year deal. The 24-year-old, who played three matches for Bosnia at the World Cup this year, will reunite with Newcastle's new manager Matthias Jaissle, with whom he won the Austrian title at Red Bull Salzburg in 2023.

    18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 11 August

  1. De Zerbi: mentality crucial for Spurs Premier League revival

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said restoring the team's spirit and mentality would be crucial to their revival after two seasons spent near the bottom of the Premier League table. He added that recruitment alone would not be enough for long-term success, with Spurs having signed seven players during the summer window.

    11 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 8 August

  1. Arsenal signs Newcastle captain Guimaraes for £75 million

    Arsenal have completed the signing of Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes, a Brazil midfielder, for a reported fee of £75 million. Guimaraes, who spent four-and-a-half seasons at Newcastle, said he wanted to "make history" at the Premier League champions.

    8 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 6 August

  1. Newcastle United appoints Matthias Jaissle as head coach

    Newcastle have appointed 38-year-old Matthias Jaissle as head coach following Eddie Howe's departure. Jaissle, a former Germany Under-21 international who previously managed Saudi side Al-Ahli, has no prior experience managing a top-flight club.

    6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Newcastle appoints Jaissle as new head coach

    Newcastle United have appointed 38-year-old Matthias Jaissle as head coach following Eddie Howe's departure. Jaissle previously managed Saudi side Al-Ahli and won successive Austrian titles with Red Bull Salzburg, but has no prior experience managing a top-flight club.

    6 August 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Newcastle sign Czech goalkeeper Hornicek from Braga

    Newcastle have signed Czech goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Portuguese side Braga on a five-year deal after activating his 30-million-euro release clause; he is the club's fifth summer signing and expected to become the first-choice goalkeeper.

    4 August 2026 · The Standard

Monday 3 August

  1. Newcastle signs Czech goalkeeper Hornicek from Braga

    Newcastle announced the signing of Czech goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Portuguese club Braga on a five-year deal for 30 million euros, with the 24-year-old expected to become the club's first-choice goalkeeper.

    3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 2 August

  1. Tottenham manager De Zerbi pleased with unbeaten preseason tour

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said he was "happy for a lot of things" as the team returned to London unbeaten in three pre-season games, including a 2-1 win over Chelsea in Sydney. De Zerbi spent more than a week in New Zealand and Australia with his squad ahead of the new Premier League campaign.

    2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 1 August

  1. Eddie Howe steps down as Newcastle United manager

    Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe announced his departure after five years in the role, saying it was the right time to step away. During his tenure, Howe guided Newcastle to their first major domestic trophy in 70 years with League Cup success in 2025 and secured Champions League qualification in 2023 and 2025.

    1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 30 July

  1. De Zerbi wants Bergvall at Spurs but cannot guarantee starting role

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said he wants midfielder Lucas Bergvall to stay at the club, but cannot guarantee him a starting position. The 20-year-old Sweden World Cup player reportedly wants to leave amid interest from Newcastle and Nottingham Forest, with his prospects uncertain after Tottenham's signings of Matheus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe departs after five years

    Eddie Howe is leaving his role as Newcastle United manager after five years at the club. The 48-year-old won the League Cup in March 2025 and secured Champions League qualification twice, though the club finished 12th in the Premier League last season with 17 defeats.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe departs after five years

    Eddie Howe is leaving his role as Newcastle manager after five years, following a season in which the club finished 12th in the Premier League. Despite winning the League Cup in March 2025 and securing Champions League qualification in 2023 and 2025, Howe came under pressure after the Magpies suffered 17 defeats in their 38 league games.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 28 July

  1. De Zerbi seeks soul and passion from rebuilt Tottenham

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has called for "soul and passion" from his squad as the club rebuilds after narrowly avoiding relegation last season. The Spurs have made several summer signings including midfielders Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, and players such as Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, and Martin Dubravka on free transfers.

    28 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 27 July

  1. Newcastle winger Harvey Barnes extends long-term contract

    Harvey Barnes has signed a new long-term contract with Newcastle United, committing his future to the Premier League club ahead of the new season after having two years remaining on his previous deal.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. De Zerbi demands soul and passion from rebuilt Tottenham

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi urged his squad to play with "soul and passion" as the club rebuilds following a narrow Premier League escape, finishing 17th. Spurs have made aggressive summer signings including midfielders Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, defenders Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson, and Marcos Senesi, and goalkeeper Martin Dubravka.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

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