Arsenal have seen recent reports linking them with Sandro Tonali firmly dismissed by a trusted source. The claims have been described as wide of the mark and not based on any real talks.

Reports online claimed that Arsenal were working on a potential deal for Tonali with Newcastle United demanding £100m for the Italian international.

However, journalist Luke Edwards of The Telegraph has moved to shut down the rumours. He stated that suggestions of Arsenal pushing for Tonali are simply not true.

This talk followed injury worries inside Mikel Arteta’s midfield group. However, the situation has now been made clear by reliable voices close to the matter.

Tonali links dismissed

Tonali joined Newcastle from AC Milan and remains a key figure at the club. Despite recent speculation, there has been no approach or contact from Arsenal.

Sources insist that the idea of talks taking place is incorrect. There is no plan in place to prise the Italy international away from Newcastle.

Arsenal were linked with the midfielder after Mikel Merino suffered a serious injury. The setback has ruled Merino out for a long stretch of the season.

Merino has grown into an important player under Arteta in recent...