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Transfer Rumours: Sandro Tonali battle heats up as Man Utd eye major summer deal
Cameron Smith
- Updated: 8 Mar 2026 10:41 CDT
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FootballTransfers runs through the biggest rumours and gossip from 8 March, including the latest updates on Sandro Tonali and Ibrahim Sangare.
Real Madrid want Sandro Tonali
Real Madrid have reportedly joined Arsenal in the race to sign Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali this summer.
The Italy international has been heavily linked with a move to Mikel Arteta’s side in recent weeks and FootballTransfers understands that Arsenal are eager to finalise a deal for the 25-year-old when the 2026 summer transfer window opens.
Manchester United have been tipped to rival Arsenal for the Italian’s signature this summer, amid their pursuit of a replacement for Casemiro, although both clubs will face competition from Real Madrid, as per The Sun.
Los Blancos failed to replace Luka Modric last year, following his departure to AC Milan on a Bosman deal, and it’s claimed that Real Madrid scouts were in attendance to watch Tonali in action during Newcastle’s 3-1 defeat to Manchester City in the FA Cup on Saturday evening
Current ETV
Sandro Tonali
DM, M (C)
Newcastle
Sandro Tonali
DM, M (C)
Newcastle
ETV Range
€53.1M - €64.8M
Ibrahim Sangare to Man Utd?
Manchester United have reportedly added Ibrahim Sangare to their transfer wishlist for the upcoming summer window amid their pursuit of a new central midfielder.
Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba, Bruno Guimaraes and Joao Gomes have all been linked with a move to Old Trafford in recent weeks, while the 13-time Premier League champions are now ready to pursue a summer deal for Sangare, as per CaughtOffside.
It’s claimed that Man Utd scouts have been left “impressed” by Sangare’s form this season and view him as a cost-effective potential replacement for Casemiro.
Aston Villa, Bayern Munich, Liverpool and West Ham United are also interested in signing Sangare this summer, with Nottingham Forest expected to demand a fee of roughly €50 million to sanction a sale ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Arsenal target bold Khvicha Kvaratskhelia deal
Arsenal want to “break the transfer market” by completing a blockbuster deal for Paris Saint-Germain superstar Khvicha Kvaratskhelia this summer, according to Fichajes.
Mikel Arteta’s side are expected to sign a new left winger ahead of the 2026-27 season, amid rumours that Gabriel Martinelli or Leandro Trossard may depart, and Kvaratskhelia has now emerged as their latest target for the role.
Rumours in the French media suggest that Kvaratskhelia’s team-mate aren’t pleased with his current form and while he is yet to express a desire to leave, the Georgia international could be on the move later this year.
Liverpool eye Murillo
Liverpool are reportedly preparing an €80m summer bid for Nottingham Forest defender Murillo as they search for a replacement for Ibrahima Konate.
Konate, 26, is currently set to leave Anfield when his contract expires in July and despite rumours that an extension could be agreed with the Frenchman, he is yet to pen fresh terms with Arne Slot’s side.
As a result, the Reds are now planning for life without Konate next season and they have added Murillo to their transfer wishlist amid their pursuit of a new centre-back.
That is according to a report from Spanish publication Fichajes, who claim that an €80m offer is being prepared by Liverpool officials as they look to tempt Nottingham Forest into a sale during the 2026 summer transfer window.
Transfer Rumour Round-Up
Benfica, Juventus and PSG are all interested in signing Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva if he is available on a Bosman deal this summer. (Football Insider)
Arsenal and Tottenham are both prepared to pay €40m to sign Levante striker Karl Etta Eyong. (Fichajes)
Man Utd have added Bournemouth star Marcus Tavernier to their list of summer targets. (The Daily Mail)
Newcastle are tracking the progress of James Trafford, Bart Verbruggen and Gregor Kobel as they look to sign a new goalkeeper this summer. (The Athletic)
Liverpool have enquired about potential deals for PSG duo Bradley Barcola and Desire Doue. (TEAMtalk)
Man City want to re-sign Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha if they are unable to finalise a deal for Elliot Anderson. (Football Insider)
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