Man Utd make Sandro Tonali transfer decision after Newcastle United interest

Manchester United are reportedly scaling back their interest in Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, with their focus now shifting toward alternative targets. United are among the clubs linked with a potential move for the Italian during the transfer window.

Man United's summer priority is expected to be in midfield. Casemiro is to depart the club when his contract expires at the end of the season, while there remains doubt surrounding Manuel Ugarte's future.

Despite this, The Telegraph reports that United's prospects of securing a deal for Tonali are 'receding' as the club explores other transfer possibilities. One such option is Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni.

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The 26-year-old is tipped to be a big player for France at this summer's World Cup. A potential transfer could depend on Real's pursuit of Man City star Rodri.

The Spanish giants are unlikely to sanction Tchouameni's departure without first securing a replacement. Club president Florentino Perez is understood to be a keen admirer of Rodri, whose contract with City expires next season.

With United seemingly moving away from Tonali, it could pave the way for the likes of Arsenal and Juventus, who have been linked with a move.

He remains under contract at Newcastle until 2029, with the club comfortable with the player's transfer situation.

Tonali broke his silence on the speculation over his future last week in an interview with Sky Sports.

Addressing the transfer talk surrounding him, he said: "In football if you play well you have to deal with the transfer rumours, but if you concentrate 100% on your game, and you're happy, you don't have to