Tonali reveals he has re-evaluated many things during his suspension

Newcastle and Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali revealed that he has re-evaluated many things during his ten-month suspension due to betting.

«Before my mistake, I felt like I had two lives because I was very reserved and didn't talk to people. Even at the training ground, with the staff.

I was a different person: in my personal life and in football. But now, I am just one person, only one. When I talk to the coach, I am Sandro. When I play, I am Sandro. When I return to Italy, I am Sandro. I realized this over the past year and during these ten months. I understand my mistake,» Tonali told Sky Sports.

In late October 2023, the midfielder was banned from any football-related activities for ten months after the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) found him guilty of violating betting rules.

This season, Tonali has appeared in three matches for Newcastle across all competitions.