Howe praised Tonali's character and described him as "brilliant" for his conduct during a difficult time when he was banned from playing.

The manager also acknowledged that Tonali has felt supported by the club and its fans, which has helped him in his return to football.

Howe emphasized that every situation is different, but he's happy to have Tonali on the team, who is enjoying his football and feels integral to the squad.

The manager also highlighted Tonali's qualities, including his technical delivery and quality on the pitch, but noted that the challenge is to maintain consistency.

As for Tonali's availability for the match against Fulham, Howe said he's still being monitored and didn't feel 100% after training on Wednesday.

On a separate note, Howe stressed the importance of having the right attitude for the match against Fulham, citing the need for consistency in mentality and performance.

The manager acknowledged that Fulham games are always challenging, especially after returning from Champions League matches, which can be emotionally draining.

Howe also praised the impact of new signing Jacob Ramsey, who has quickly adapted to the team and has been impressive in his performances.

The manager highlighted the importance of having players who can make the team better and praised Ramsey's professionalism in getting back to full fitness after an injury.

Finally, Howe chose not to engage with comments from Liverpool's Arne Slot, who had described Newcastle as a "smaller club" after Alexander Isak's injury, instead focusing on the positive aspects of the club and its facilities.