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Arsenal CityLights a Last-Minute Bid for Tonali as Deadline Looms

2 February 2026

Arsenal CityLights a Last-Minute Bid for Tonali as Deadline Looms — Arsenal's late bid keeps fans on edge as deadline nears.

Last-minute transfer twist

Winter transfer deadline looms tonight.

Tonali on Arsenal's radar

A sports report says Arsenal moved to strike a surprise deal, just hours before the winter window closes.

According to Sky, Arsenal weigh a move for Sandro Tonali of Newcastle, as the January window nears.

The deal looks complex with the January deadline looming.

The network says Newcastle refused Arsenal's initial Tonali bid.

Tonali is under contract with Newcastle until 2029, with an option to extend.

Winter transfer deadline looms tonight. If Arsenal pull this off, the calendar might need a coffee.

Punchline: If Arsenal pull this off, the deadline will owe them lunch money.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Arsenal targeting in the late bid?

Sandro Tonali, Newcastle United midfielder.

When does the transfer window close?

Today, with the January window nearing closure.

What’s Tonali’s contract status?

Tonali is under contract with Newcastle United until 2029, with an option to extend.

Has Newcastle accepted a bid?

Newcastle reportedly rejected an initial Arsenal bid.