Arsenal have been urged to avoid splashing the cash on Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali when the transfer window reopens in the summer.

Tonali is enjoying his third – and arguably his best – season at St James’ Park as the driving force in the heart of Eddie Howe’s midfield.

But such impressive performances have seen interest in the Italian grow, particularly from Premier League rivals.

Tonali was reportedly the subject of transfer interest from Arsenal on deadline day, when the Gunners scoured the market for a last-ditch replacement for Mikel Merino after his long-term injury.

No talks took place between Arsenal and Newcastle over a deadline-day move, but the north London club appear to be keen to revive their interest in Tonali this summer.

However, former Gunners star Anders Limpar believes Mikel Arteta’s side is already stacked with talent in midfield and is not sure whether the signing of Tonali would respresent an improvement.

‘I am not sure if Sandro Tonali can add anything to the midfield,’ Limpar told SpilXperten.

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