The British newspaper "Daily Mail" revealed that Newcastle United has secretly extended the contract of its Italian player Sandro Tonali during his betting ban, officially tying him to the club until 2030, with an option to extend for an additional year in favor of the club.

The new contract comes after it was expected that the player's contract would expire in 2028, which would have made renewing it a priority for the new sporting director, Russ Wilson. However, the renewal was done under the previous sporting director, Dan Ashworth, as a sign of mutual trust between the player and the club. The move has proven successful following Tonali's return from his ban and his development into one of the standout midfielders in the Premier League.

The contract ensures Newcastle keeps the player away from any potential transfer offers, while the possibility of discussing contract improvements remains if Tonali wishes to receive additional bonuses for his outstanding performance. The player values his opportunities in the Premier League under Eddie Howe, and it seems that a return to Italy is not an option at the moment.

Sandro Tonali faced a ban from Italian authorities in October 2023 for 10 months due to illegal betting, including betting on his own team, and later received a two-month suspended ban from the English Football Association for breaching betting laws.

Since his return in August 2024, Tonali has significantly contributed to Newcastle's return to the Champions League and helped the club win its first domestic title in 70 years by clinching the Carabao Cup last season. He has also become a favorite among the club's fans, who welcomed the securing of his future at St James' Park.