RUHRLYASLEEVESUP Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 1 hour ago, JP said: He's like a seasoned pro with a football brain that's been there done it for 20+ years playing. Then has the best physicality attributes i've seen from any midfielder we've ever had. Passing range, weak foot, hell of a strike on him. Genuinely doesn't have a weakness? Needs to work on his heading Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 He’s been transformational. Onviously we’ve not signed a first team player in over a year. But we didn’t have Tonali in that time. We’ve replaced our weakest player, a central midfielder at that. With arguably our strongest player - at worst 3rd/4th strongest. It’s not 1 level, it’s at least 2. It’s like replacing Fabian Schar with a 24 year old VVD or Murphy with Saka. Probably a bigger gap than that still. It’s only 1 player and the same system more or less but an entirely different team. It’s a massive ask bexuas it’s difficult to make such big upgrades on the rest of the squad. But if we can sign another couple players the level of Tonali, Isak, Bruno etc and have some luck with injuries…….. we can win the Premier League boys and girls. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curva Sud Milano Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 3 hours ago, HawK said: But in the real world, he was becoming to Milan what Maldini was, what Gerrard was to Liverpool or Raul to Real. Franco Baresi more than Maldini. It may surprise you but Maldini had a terrible relationship with the ultras due to a couple of bad episodes... Baresi on the other hand is an absolute legend as well as being the strongest footballer to have ever worn our shirt in 125 years of history. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Dancer Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 I was worried that it was never going to work. I feel like a fool now But seriously, last season and even when he first came back this season, of course there were glimpses but I just always felt he was too similar to Bruno for it to work. Moving him central changed the trajectory of our season. He's comfortably in the top 3 midfielders in the league and I don't think it's outrageous to say he's the best player I've ever had the privilege of watching in Black and White. The engine, the drive, the intelligence. He's just absolutely mint and I'm buzzing he's ours. With him, Isak & Bruno we have a trio of players that can take us wherever we want to go. Add a few this summer and we really are cooking with gas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curva Sud Milano Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 2 hours ago, healthyaddiction said: The italian media seem to think we are happy to sell him to Juventus for £70m. You'd need to double it to start the conversation. It will never happen that he goes to Juve, he will return to us (Milan) at 30 years old, certainly not to Juve, or worse, to Inter. You should be afraid of Madrid or City, certainly not of Italian clubs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HawK Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 45 minutes ago, Curva Sud Milano said: Franco Baresi more than Maldini. It may surprise you but Maldini had a terrible relationship with the ultras due to a couple of bad episodes... Baresi on the other hand is an absolute legend as well as being the strongest footballer to have ever worn our shirt in 125 years of history. Thank you - I appreciate the correction, every day is a learning day ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curva Sud Milano Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 9 minutes ago, HawK said: Thank you - I appreciate the correction, every day is a learning day ! Cultural exchange...I have loved British football since the 80's and this year I have watched almost all of Newcastle's matches and you are very spectacular to watch. But please let Sandro take the free kicks, especially the ones from the left. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 1 hour ago, The College Dropout said: He’s been transformational. Onviously we’ve not signed a first team player in over a year. But we didn’t have Tonali in that time. We’ve replaced our weakest player, a central midfielder at that. With arguably our strongest player - at worst 3rd/4th strongest. It’s not 1 level, it’s at least 2. It’s like replacing Fabian Schar with a 24 year old VVD or Murphy with Saka. Probably a bigger gap than that still. It’s only 1 player and the same system more or less but an entirely different team. It’s a massive ask bexuas it’s difficult to make such big upgrades on the rest of the squad. But if we can sign another couple players the level of Tonali, Isak, Bruno etc and have some luck with injuries…….. we can win the Premier League boys and girls. This is why I’ve always been so impressed by our transfers. They always spot the biggest weaknesses and they always seem to know exactly what we need to move forward. And we now have Mitchell’s expertise as well. Exciting times for sure. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack j Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 2 minutes ago, Curva Sud Milano said: Cultural exchange...I have loved British football since the 80's and this year I have watched almost all of Newcastle's matches and you are very spectacular to watch. But please let Sandro take the free kicks, especially the ones from the left. The problem with that is. Anything that is blocked or cleared. Then sandro has the pace and wins it straight back fir us. We aren't the quickest team when we get caught on the counter attack. But he changes that Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curva Sud Milano Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 10 minutes ago, Curva Sud Milano said: ..... But please let Sandro take the free kicks, especially the ones from the left. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 Just now, Curva Sud Milano said: You don't need to convince us we want him taking set pieces too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curva Sud Milano Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 10 minutes ago, jack j said: The problem with that is. Anything that is blocked or cleared. Then sandro has the pace and wins it straight back fir us. We aren't the quickest team when we get caught on the counter attack. But he changes that Yes but also consider that you have Botman out... who is by far your best defender. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LionOfGosforth Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 4 hours ago, ChrisMcQuillan said: Was a pleasure to watch him in person last night after finally winning a ballot. There was a point where the ball was in the Gallowgate/Leazes corner, and we'd just lost possession fairly early on. Tonali turned to check who was near him, saw a Palace player who would likely receive the ball next, then looked over his other shoulder to identify where the pass after that would go before their first player had even received the ball. He started positioning himself to intercept the follow-up pass. The Palace player passed as expected, and then made the follow-up pass. Tonali intercepted with ease. His reading of the game is sensational. In a split second he'd worked out the next two Palace passes and positioned himself to get the ball back before the first pass had even been played. Incredible player. He's like the Minority Report of midfielders Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackyboy Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 He won't leave us he loves Tynemouth too much Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myleftboot Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 1 hour ago, jackyboy said: He won't leave us he loves Tynemouth too much It’s a bastard to get parked though when the suns out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 I might quote myself again, quite like it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 On 27/08/2024 at 09:58, Dr Venkman said: I think by the end of this season he is talked about as part of the small group of players you want to keep hold of at all costs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 Saw this comment on a YouTube video and it made me giggle: Water covers 70% of the earth, Sandro covers the rest. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazarus Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 39 minutes ago, 54 said: Saw this comment on a YouTube video and it made me giggle: Water covers 70% of the earth, Sandro covers the rest. Also known as Sandroville. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 shine Sandro shine 😍 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Spaceman Posted April 21 Share Posted April 21 (edited) Where's this craic about Sandro open to a move coming from? I've seen or heard no direct quotes from him where he has stated anything about his desire to leave. Edited April 21 by Dr.Spaceman Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted April 21 Share Posted April 21 Caught Offside innit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miggys First Goal Posted April 21 Share Posted April 21 €80m Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myleftboot Posted April 21 Share Posted April 21 33 minutes ago, Dr.Spaceman said: Where's this craic about Sandro open to a move coming from? I've seen or heard nothing direct quotes from him that have stated anything about his desire to leave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianbeany Posted April 21 Share Posted April 21 There's been articles like that from shit sources all season. It's all pure made-up bollocks. This one from December is fucking hilarious: https://www.football365.com/news/sandro-tonali-quit-newcastle-fatal-downsizing-eddie-howe-satisfy-ambitions Quote It’s claimed Newcastle ‘saddens him’ Quote The report adds that Howe ‘considers his contribution to the team insufficient’ and conversely the Magpies boss ‘cannot satisfy his ambitions’ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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