Sandro Tonali found the net for the first time in a Tottenham shirt during a Premier League clash against Chelsea, giving Spurs the lead in a fixture that carries more financial subtext than most fans might realize.
The goal is a milestone moment for a player who cost Tottenham up to £100 million, making him the club’s most expensive signing ever.
A £100 million gamble paying off on the pitch
Tottenham completed the Tonali deal on July 6, 2026, agreeing to pay Newcastle United £92.5 million upfront with a further £7.5 million tied to Champions League qualification.
That deal slotted into a summer spending spree that exceeded £230 million in total outlay under new manager Roberto De Zerbi.
