Arsenal are reportedly in talks to sign Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali this summer, with Tuttomercatoweb claiming the newly crowned Premier League champions have made direct contact with the Magpies over a potential deal.

From Comeback Kid To Premier League Star

Since arriving from AC Milan in 2023, Tonali has transformed into one of the Premier League’s standout midfielders. Despite Newcastle’s disappointing 12th-place finish, the 25-year-old was exceptional — featuring in 53 matches across all competitions, contributing three goals and seven assists, and consistently catching the eye alongside Bruno Guimarães.

The Numbers Behind The Interest

The stats make compelling reading. In possession, Tonali registered an 84.4% pass accuracy rate, completed 71 long passes, and created 32 chances. His 2,030 touches — including 25 inside the opposition box — highlight his box-to-box influence perfectly.

Defensively, he was equally relentless: 107 duels won, 35 tackles, 31 interceptions, and 147 recoveries across the campaign.

Why Arsenal Need Him

With Christian Nørgaard widely expected to depart this summer, Arteta needs a reliable, high-intensity midfielder who thrives in a possession-based system. Tonali fits that profile almost perfectly.

Arsenal had previously attempted to sign him in January, only to be rebuffed — but they’ve reignited their pursuit in recent days.

The Verdict

Newcastle will drive a hard bargain following the Alexander Isak saga, and Arsenal will likely need to exceed Tonali’s £68m Transfermarkt valuation to get a deal done. But for a player of his calibre, it could be money very well spent.