Tonali Extends Newcastle Contract Amid Betting Ban

Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali signed a contract extension during his 10-month FIGC betting suspension, keeping him at the club until 2029 with a club option for 2030. The ban began in October 2023 after Tonali admitted illegal betting, which cost him a place at Euro 2024 and included a requirement to undergo therapy. The extension was reportedly agreed discreetly while he was suspended and after Tonali accepted a pay cut; Newcastle says it is both a show of faith and a pragmatic move to protect the club’s roughly £55m investment. Since returning from suspension he has become a key part of Eddie Howe’s midfield and has drawn praise from Howe and commentators such as Paul Scholes. Newcastle plan further talks over improved terms, and Tonali says he has not closed the door on a future return to Serie A.