Tottenham Hotspur fans have reacted strongly after reports emerged that Newcastle United have turned their attention to Archie Gray.The battle for Sandro Tonali is heating up as Tottenham Hotspur look to complete a deal for the Newcastle United midfielder following their £85m move for Mateus Fernandes.However, it is far from straightforward for the Lilywhites, with Manchester City proving fierce competitors in the race for Tonali. The Citizens are said to have submitted an £86m bid, while Spurs are understood to be “getting closer” to a deal after agreeing personal terms with the 26-year-old.Credit: @thefrederikkejensen / InstagramTottenham fans react as Newcastle send bid for Archie GrayIt is increasingly unlikely that Newcastle will retain Tonali this summer given the level of interest he is attracting. The Magpies now appear to have identified a potential replacement for the Italian midfielder, with their attention turning to one of Spurs’ youngsters.According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle are understood to have submitted a bid for Archie Gray, but their offer was rejected by Tottenham.Spurs are said to have made their position clear, with no agreement reached between the two clubs at this stage. Newcastle, however, remain interested, but Tottenham’s stance is unchanged for now.Fans of the Lilywhites have since taken to social media to react to Romano’s update, with many supporters adamant that Gray should not be allowed to leave north London.One fan wrote: “We’ll give you Solanke or Richy instead.” Another added: “Small club, you ain’t getting Gray 😭.” A third simply stated: “Yeah, you’re not having him Newcastle 😂.”Others called for different players to be sold instead, with one fan suggesting: “Send them Sarr instead.” Another kept it brief: “Not our Archie. Stay away.”One supporter voiced concern over losing Gray and Lucas Bergvall: “If we get rid of Archie and Bergvall that would be extremely questionable and worrying.” While a final fan concluded: “Accept Tonali bids lads.”Newcastle send offer to #Tottenham for Archie Gray, rejected by Spurs.Newcastle remain interested, while Spurs stance is unchanged for now.[@FabrizioRomano] 🥇 pic.twitter.com/PHaiZtm06L— Tottenham Tiers (@TottenhamTiers) July 1, 2026Why losing Archie Gray would be a blow for SpursWith Tottenham showing greater intent this summer, there could be a knock-on effect where some of their youngsters push for moves away in search of more game time.We have already seen this with Lucas Bergvall, who requested to leave amid Spurs’ pursuit of midfield reinforcements. Tottenham are also looking to complete a sale, with Pape Matar Sarr among those they appear ready to move on.As for Gray, losing him would be a significant blow given his potential and versatility. The youngster is not only capable of filling roles in midfield but can also be deployed at full-back, making him a valuable asset for the squad.READ MORE: Two main reasons why Mateus Fernandes snubbed Man United for Tottenham revealedThe post ‘Stay away’ – Tottenham fans hit back as Newcastle see shock bid for Archie Gray rejected appeared first on Spurs Web.