The great Italian number 8 with a red and black heart, Tonali is set to join a top club this summer and return to Milan after four years.

The four-star Italy, missing two World Cups, is just one game away from the 2026 USA-Canada-Mexico World Cup. In the European playoff, Italy won 2-0 against Northern Ireland, with Tonali scoring and assisting; victory over Bosnia in the final would grant Italy a place in the 2026 World Cup.

According to recent reports from journalist Longo, Tonali plans to join a Premier League or La Liga powerhouse this summer to advance his career and pursue more honors. Currently playing for Newcastle as a key midfielder, Tonali aims first for a Premier League top club or one of the Spanish giants, Real Madrid or Barcelona. He hopes to return to AC Milan around age 29, four years later.

This sparked fan discussions: Italy's great number 8 has a red and black heart, but returning to Milan before turning 30 might be a bit early?

Tonali started at Brescia's youth academy. In summer 2020, he joined AC Milan for €5 million, later loaned back to Brescia. He became a Serie A star at Milan, then moved to Newcastle in summer 2023 for €60.8 million, evolving into one of the Premier League's top midfielders. He has attracted attention from several Premier League clubs, including both Manchester teams: City sees him as Rodri's successor, while United views him as Casemiro's replacement.

Currently 25 years old, Tonali is 1.81 meters tall, a right-footed player capable in defensive midfield and midfield roles. His market value is estimated at €80 million. His contract with Newcastle runs until 2028. This season, he has played 47 matches across all competitions, starting 41 times, totaling 3519 minutes, with 3 goals and 7 assists.