Tonali: Italy star feels ‘like a new Newcastle signing’ after end of betting ban

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - AUGUST 12: Sandro Tonali of Newcastle United takes to the field prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Aston Villa at St. James Park on August 12, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Sandro Tonali’s ban officially ends today and the Italian midfielder feels like ‘a new signing’ for Newcastle.

Tonali’s 10-month ban is over, and the Italian midfielder can make his first appearance since October 2023 today in an EFL Cup game against Nottingham Forest.

Tonali spoke about his feelings in an interview with Newcastle’s official website saying that he feels like a new signing for his club.

Tonali: Italy star feels ‘like a new Newcastle signing’ after end of betting ban

“I’m excited because I think I am a new player, like a new transfer. I played eight games last season,” he said.

“It was so difficult for me to play eight games and then don’t play for ten months. I am excited to be here in Newcastle and not another place because there is a top team and top fans, and I can’t wait to go back on the pitch.”

Tonali is expected to be included in Italy’s squad for September games against France and Israel.

Click here to read everything he said in his latest interview.