Chelsea Told to Pursue £100m Premier League Star as Xabi Alonso Plans Summer Rebuild

Former Chelsea manager Roberto Di Matteo has urged the Blues to make a move for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali as Xabi Alonso prepares to begin his tenure at Stamford Bridge.

Alonso, who is set to officially take charge in July, recently visited Chelsea’s training facilities at Cobham and is expected to play a major role in shaping the club’s transfer strategy this summer. After a disappointing Premier League campaign that saw Chelsea finish 10th, strengthening the squad is expected to be a top priority.

Among the players linked with a move to Stamford Bridge is Tonali, who has established himself as one of the Premier League’s most accomplished midfielders since arriving from Italy. Di Matteo believes the Newcastle star would be an ideal addition to Chelsea’s midfield and has encouraged the club to explore the possibility of a transfer.

The Italian international has also attracted interest from Arsenal, who have been monitoring his situation since January. Manchester United were previously linked with Tonali as they looked to strengthen their midfield options, but reports suggest their focus may now have shifted elsewhere following progress on other transfer targets.

Despite growing interest from several leading clubs, Newcastle remain reluctant to part with one of their key players. Any potential deal would likely require a significant financial commitment, with Tonali reportedly valued at around £100 million.

Chelsea’s recruitment plans under Alonso are still taking shape, but adding an experienced, technically gifted midfielder could be a major objective. If the Blues decide to pursue Tonali, they may face strong competition, but his quality and leadership would make him a valuable addition to any squad aiming to compete for major honours.