Sandro Tonali has reportedly emerged as a transfer target for Man Utd, with the Premier League side said to be eyeing a move for the Newcastle midfielder. Speculation is gathering pace as the club looks to bolster its squad ahead of a crucial second half of the season. While Tottenham, Manchester City and Arsenal have shown interest, Man Utd currently lead the race - though the situation could evolve if a deal drags on. So far this season, Man Utd are steady at both ends (1.78 goals scored per game, 1.37 goals conceded per game). The role for Sandro Tonali would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Alongside this, Newcastle are said to be exploring Evan N`Dicka, Bazoumana Toure and Abdessamad Ezzalzouli with Man Utd likewise connected to Crysencio Summerville, Matias Fernandez and Karl Darlow. More on this story as it develops. Need more Man Utd transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Man Utd.