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Former Man United ace Zlatan Ibrahimovic sends message to Sandro Tonali ahead of Newcastle move
27.06.2023 - 14:39 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Former Manchester United fans' favourite Zlatan Ibrahimovic believes that he has played a key role Sandro Tonali's development ahead of his impending move to Newcastle United.
The AC Milan midfielder is reportedly on the cusp of sealing a big-money move to St James' Park, where he will become Newcastle's first signing of the summer. The Magpies are expected to splash the cash on new additions in this transfer window after qualifying for next season's Champions League.
Newcastle enjoyed an excellent 2022/23 campaign, achieving a fourth-placed finish and reaching the Carabao Cup final, where, of course, they were beaten 2-0 by the Reds. Erik ten Hag's side ended their own wait for a trophy with a comfortable win at Wembley back in February.
Despite their Carabao Cup heartbreak, Newcastle found the courage and the mental strength to respond in style and secure a top four finish, meaning they will compete in Europe's premier club competition for the first time since 2003. That means they need to strengthen their squad, in terms of both quality and depth.
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And the impending arrival of Tonali, 23, is a nod to what people can expect from Newcastle this summer. The Italian international is considered as one of the best young midfielders in the business and has developed at a rapid speed at Milan in recent years.
And Ibrahimovic, who recently announced his retirement, is backing the Italian to excel in the Premier League, explaining how he believes he played a key role in setting his mentality.
Speaking at an event in Bergamo, Ibrahimovic, as quoted by Sport Witness, said: "Is he ready for the Premier League? Yes, I think so. Sure, it depends on him.
"I made him
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