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Sandro Tonali: Spurs midfielder confirms fitness and defends form

Sandro Tonali confirms he is 100 per cent fit following a minor injury and defends Tottenham Hotspur’s early-season form under Roberto De Zerbi.

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 6:00 PM
Sandro Tonali: Spurs midfielder confirms fitness and defends form
Key Things to Know
  • Sandro Tonali confirmed he is back to full fitness following an injury on international duty with Italy.
  • The midfielder rejected crisis talk despite Tottenham sitting bottom of the Premier League under manager Roberto De Zerbi.
  • Tonali stated he is willing to absorb criticism to protect Tottenham's younger, less experienced squad members.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Sandro Tonali has confirmed he is back to 100 percent fitness after overcoming a minor injury sustained on international duty with Italy. Speaking to Football.London, the summer signing stated that his pain has fully resolved and that he is ready to feature in any midfield role required under manager Roberto De Zerbi.

Tonali dismissed crisis talk despite Tottenham sitting bottom of the Premier League after five matches, alongside a Carabao Cup exit to Liverpool. Offering leadership to the squad, Tonali urged critics to focus blame on experienced players like himself rather than younger teammates.

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