Chelsea and Eddie Howe’s side are both interested in the Fulham defender, with both teams reportedly in discussions to sign him this summer.
The Blues and The Magpies are two of the most powerful financial forces in English football, and this match-up promises to be intriguing.
So who will Tosin sign with this summer? According to Fabrizio Romano on The Debrief, the situation is highly fluid at the moment, although Newcastle are reported to be the favourites to recruit the centre-back this summer.
Romano shared what he knows about the Fulham defender.
“First of all it’s an open situation. I still see Newcastle as favourites because Newcastle started to work on this deal in March. For Tosin there is still discussions ongoing but I see Newcastle as favourites.
“Interest from Chelsea has been there since the final week of March, Chelsea are well informed on Tosin.
“I’m not aware of anything advanced with Chelsea. I’m not sure anything is decided with Chelsea, I think the situation is still quite open with Newcastle pushing to make it happen.”
Tosin may be better joining Chelsea
Newcastle are considered to be the favourites to sign Tosin, although a transfer to Chelsea may be more beneficial for the defender.
The centre-back currently resides in west London, having played for Fulham in recent years, and he will fit in well with Enzo Maresca’s style of play, having been mentored by Pep Guardiola during his youth at Manchester City.
Newcastle’s project may be more intriguing than Chelsea’s, but Tosin’s personal preferences may lead him to Stamford Bridge rather than St James’ Park.