SpotlightBBC SportUnverified source· 29 Aug 2026
Miley backed to 'go as far as he wants' ahead of Tonali reunion
Newcastle's 20-year-old academy graduate prepares to face former mentor Sandro Tonali at Spurs.
L. Miley
player
Age
20
Club
Newcastle United
Position
Midfielder
Key stat
Youngest English player to assist in Champions League
What happened. Lewis Miley is set to face former team-mate Sandro Tonali for the first time, with Kieran Trippier praising his development and potential.
- Miley signed a new long-term contract on 25 May.
- Manager Matthias Jaissle is a 'big fan' and started him against Liverpool.
- New signing Nico Gonzalez expected to complement, not hinder, Miley.
“You can see the development from when he first started training with the first team to where he is now.”
— Kieran Trippier
Miley has the chance to step up in his natural midfield role against Spurs on Saturday.
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