Tonali Barcelona transfer on cards as Blaugrana make ambitious plans – Whisper+ verdict

Latest developments

• Barcelona are interested in Sandro Tonali.
• Tonali is enjoying a brilliant season at Newcastle United.
• Barca are also eyeing a potential bid for Alexander Isak.

Whisper+ analysis

Authenticity (3.5/5): Barcelona eye Newcastle gems

Barcelona are eyeing a move for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, who has rediscovered his best form this season.

The story comes from Barcelona-based outlet Mundo Deportivo, and the report further states that the Blaugrana are also considering making a potential bid for Tonali's teammate, Alexander Isak.

Value (2/5): Difficult pursuit

Newcastle are vying for Champions League places and have no intention to part ways with their key players, including Tonali. The Italy international cost them £58million and his suitors would have to offer a lot more to even convince the Magpies to hold serious talks over an exit.

Suitability (3.5/5): Midfield engine

Tonali made his breakthrough as a holding midfielder but he thrives as a box-to-box midfield star, who is known for his incredible engine, positional awareness, and dynamism. He could offer plenty of solutions based on Hansi Flick's tactical needs.

Upgrade? (3.5/5): More steel

Barcelona are blessed with a number of quality midfielders, who are all incredible technically. However, Tonali could cement his place at Camp Nou should Flick decide to add more steel to his midfield, especially away from home.

Logic (4/5): Tempting move

Tonali is doing well at Newcastle and has now also lifted a trophy. However, an approach from a giant club like Barca could certainly turn his head.

Whisper+ verdict: 16.5/25

Even though Barcelona might find it easy to convince Tonali to join their project, it would prove to be an uphill task to find any agreement with Newcastle.