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Amid heavy interest from Manchester United and Manchester City on Newcastle United's star midfielder, Sandro Tonali, the English club have identified his replacement for the Italy national.
Many clubs have placed their tabs on Tonali as Manchester United and Manchester City are leading the race for the signing of the Italian player.
According to report Calciomercato, the Magpies have made their mind for a future without Sandro Tonali in the squad, as they have marked Juventus' Khephren Thuram as perfect replacement for the Italy international.
Thuram has been a key player for Juventus in the ongoing season, as he offers a versatility in his game, the French player generally plays as a central midfielder but could also feature as a defensive midfielder as well.
However, the Italian heavyweight has no interest in letting Thuram go to any other club as his contract with Juventus will come to an end in 2029 and a proposal of an extension is also on the cards.
Manchester United's interest in Sandro Tonali
According to transfer market expert, Fabrizio Romano, The Red Devils are working very hard to acquire the services of the Italian midfielder. The Newcastle player is also being targeted by the local rivals, Manchester City as well.
On the other hand, Manchester United prefers Nottingham Forest's midfielder, Elliot Anderson as their top target and consider Tonali as their alternative.
Tonali's great outing against Ireland
Recently, Tonali shined for the Italy national team with a Man of the Match performance in a FIFA World Cup Play-Off game against Ireland. The star player scored one goal and one assist in the game.
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