{"id":3944,"date":"2026-03-25T18:31:04","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T18:31:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.matteocoachperformance.it\/?p=3944"},"modified":"2026-03-25T18:31:04","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T18:31:04","slug":"what-giuseppe-riso-really-said-about-newcastle-star","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.matteocoachperformance.it\/?p=3944","title":{"rendered":"What Giuseppe Riso Really Said About Newcastle Star"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">The future of Sandro Tonali is a topic that never fails to ignite the passion of the Italian football public.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">Since his record-breaking move from AC Milan to Newcastle in 2023, the <i data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"188\">Azzurri<\/i> midfielder has remained under a constant microscope in his homeland.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">Recently, a fresh wave of speculation suggested that Tonali might already be eyeing the exit door at St. James\u2019 Park, with giants like Arsenal and Manchester City mentioned as potential destinations.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6\">However, a closer look at the original source \u2013 an interview given by his agent, Giuseppe Riso \u2013 suggests that much of the \u201csensational\u201d news may simply be a case of things being lost in translation.<\/p>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"7\">Giuseppe Riso\u2019s Interview with Calcio Finanza: The Full Context<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8\">Giuseppe Riso, one of the most influential figures in Italian sports agency through his firm GR Sports, recently sat down with <i data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"127\">Calcio Finanza<\/i>.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8\">It is important to note that <i data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"172\">Calcio Finanza<\/i> is not a tabloid; it is a specialist publication focused on the economics of sport.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\">The interview was wide-ranging, covering the evolution of the global market and the role of investment funds.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\">Naturally, the subject of Tonali \u2013 Italy\u2019s most valuable midfield export \u2013 was raised.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\">The conversation touched upon the controversial nature of his exit from Milan and his subsequent suspension for betting violations.<\/p>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"10\">Clearing Up the \u201cStepping Stone\u201d Narrative<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\">The spark for the recent transfer headlines came from a specific exchange regarding Tonali\u2019s career trajectory.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\">When asked if Tonali was now in the sights of clubs like Manchester City or Arsenal, Riso responded: <i data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"213\">\u201cExactly, that was the goal from the moment he went to England: to try to make him a star player.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\">While some outlets interpreted this as Riso confirming a plan to use Newcastle as a \u201cstepping stone\u201d to a bigger Premier League club, the context suggests otherwise.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\">Riso was emphasising the ambition for Tonali to reach the very top of the world game.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\">By stating that Tonali is now \u201cthe Italian footballer with one of the highest values in the world,\u201d Riso was validating the move to the Premier League as a successful professional development choice, rather than announcing an imminent transfer.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"youtube-embed\" data-video_id=\"9Azwq9BhqJA\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sandro Tonali 1000 IQ Moments That Keep Getting BETTER | Uncut\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9Azwq9BhqJA?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"13\">Why the Italian Media is Desperate for a Tonali Return<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14\">To understand why these rumours gain so much traction, one must understand the current state of Serie A.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14\">Seeing a generational talent like Tonali leave his boyhood club, AC Milan, at such a young age was a significant blow to the prestige of the Italian league.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15\">Ever since his departure, the Italian media has frequently linked Tonali with a return to Serie A or a move to the \u201csuper clubs\u201d of Europe.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15\">It is a narrative driven by the desire to see Italy\u2019s best players back at the center of the footballing universe.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15\">However, Riso was quick to point out how grateful Tonali remains for the support he received in Tyneside during his darkest moments.<\/p>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"16\">Tonali\u2019s Future: Committed to the Newcastle Project?<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"17\">Despite the noise, Tonali\u2019s situation at Newcastle United appears stable.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"17\">Having signed a long-term contract that potentially runs until 2030, the midfielder is a cornerstone of Eddie Howe\u2019s project.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"17\">Riso specifically praised the \u201cdifferent mentality\u201d in England, noting how the Newcastle fans gave Tonali a standing ovation even during his suspension \u2013 a level of protection that he suggested might not have been found in the pressurised environment of Italy.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"18\">For now, the \u201cstar player\u201d goal Riso mentioned is being realized in the black and white stripes.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"18\">While the lure of the Champions League elite will always exist, the current rhetoric from the Tonali camp focuses more on growth and gratitude than a desire for a change of scenery.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.footitalia.com\/news\/sandro-tonali-agent-giuseppe-riso-interview-transfer-rumours\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The future of Sandro Tonali is a topic that never fails to ignite the passion of the Italian football public. Since his record-breaking move from AC Milan to Newcastle in 2023, the Azzurri midfielder has remained under a constant microscope in his homeland. 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