Premier League
£100m Tonali exit opens door for City’s Camavinga midfield gamble
£100 million is the price tag attached to Sandro Tonali’s move to Tottenham, a deal that removes the Italian midfielder from Manchester City’s pursuit and pushes the English champions to consider Real Madrid’s Eduardo Camavinga as a potential midfield reinforcement this summer.
Manchester City, FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders, have already added Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest but remain active in the midfield market.
David Ornstein reported for The Athletic that Tonali is set to complete a £100 million transfer to Tottenham from Newcastle United after the two clubs reached an agreement.
reported that Manchester City have held talks with Real Madrid over versatile midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, with Matteo Moretto confirming the discussions for the Spanish side.
New Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has approved the sale of Camavinga this summer and is said to have been unimpressed by the Frenchman’s recent performances for the club.
City also remain interested in signing Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille; talks have taken place and the English side is weighing an immediate signing against a possible loan back for the 2026‑27 season.
Camavinga is praised for his versatility, able to operate in midfield or at left‑back, with technical gift, ball‑carrying ability, strong tackling and good game reading, and could fit into Enzo Maresca’s squad.
However, his fitness record raises concerns; injuries have plagued his career, he lacks a set position and Real Madrid are unlikely to sell him cheaply, making him a risky squad‑player option.
In a market where Premier League clubs are willing to spend heavily, Tonali’s £100 million transfer underscores the appetite for top midfield talent, while Camavinga’s potential move represents a notable opportunity for City despite the medical red flags.