Overview
- Agent Giuseppe Riso said they held no conversations with Arsenal and that Newcastle would not sanction a January exit.
- Riso added they will evaluate the situation in March to see whether Newcastle are open to engaging on a potential move.
- Newcastle sources also rejected claims the player was offered to Arsenal, contradicting earlier media reports.
- Arsenal explored late midfield options after Mikel Merino’s foot injury but ended the window without a senior signing, confirming only academy additions.
- Sandro Tonali is contracted to Newcastle until 2029 with an option to 2030, as links continue from clubs such as Chelsea, Manchester City and Juventus.