Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe says the club will "throw our arms around" Sandro Tonali amid the midfielder's involvement in an investigation into alleged illegal betting activity.The club confirmed this week that their key summer signing was being investigated by the Italian prosecutor’s office and its football federation (FIGC) over accusations of using illegal betting platforms, adding that the Italy international was “fully engaging with the investigation and will continue to cooperate with all relevant authorities”.The player’s agent, Giuseppe Riso, had earlier said that the player was battling against a gambling “illness.”Tonali is still eligible to play while the investigation continues but Howe said that supporting the 23-year-old through the process was his priority.“For me it’s absolutely crucial," Howe said at his pre-match press conference. "The most important part of this whole incident is Sandro and his welfare. It’s very e