Sandro Tonali’s agent has spoken out on the transfer rumours circulating about his client today as Arsenal and Chelsea are both linked with the Newcastle midfielder.

Tonali has shone during his time at St James’ Park and links with bigger clubs won’t come as too much of a surprise, though Arsenal’s interest did come slightly out of the blue earlier today.

The Italy international’s agent Beppe Riso has now addressed the speculation, denying any talks with Arsenal so far.

The Gunners could do with adding more depth to their midfield, and Tonali is the calibre of player who could surely challenge for a place in Mikel Arteta’s side.

Sandro Tonali transfer situation explained

Sandro Tonali arrives for a Newcastle game (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Still, for now it seems like the Arsenal links have been over-egged slightly, with the player’s agent playing the stories down.

Riso did suggest, however, that this could be something he and his client look at in March.

“I read it, but Newcastle won’t let Sandro leave in January, and we never talked to Arsenal about this,” Riso said, as quoted by Football Italia.

“We will evaluate in March whether Newcastle are open to anything, but right now he is playing in the...