Havertz – Alvarez – Tonali in Arsenal transfer news

Here’s a round-up of the top Arsenal news, gossip and latest transfers from icfootballnews including Julian Alvarez, Kai Havertz and Sandro Tonali that you may have missed in the last 24 hours…

Arsenal targeting Sandro Tonali’s future at Newcastle United are back in the spotlight after his agent, Giuseppe Riso, hinted at a possible summer move

ARSENAL were closely linked with many players over the January window, as many felt the Blues needed to add an enforcer like Tonali to the midfield, and the Italian was a player who could reportedly have left Newcastle during the window.

The summer window presents the Gunners with another opportunity to sign Tonali, and in a revealing interview with TuttoSport, Tonali’s agent, Giuseppe Riso, provided a candid update on the player’s mentality following the conclusion of the winter window.

While Riso was quick to dismiss links to a move away from Newcastle in January, his comments over the summer were far more ambiguous: “Newcastle are struggling to let go of Sandro and he wants to lead the club to the Champions League,” Riso explained.

“These transfer talks will take place later. We will see how the season ends and then we will decide what to do. There is no preference at the moment. It is still early. What we say today will not apply tomorrow. Newcastle could not let him go now and there is no point in moving, especially because Sandro is very attached to the club.”

“We will evaluate and decide what to do in the summer.”

IcFootballnews says…

Tonali could have left Newcastle in the winter window and it would have been a huge loss for the Toon to lose such a big player, especially as they want to be back in the Champions League next season.

But we really can’t see the club making a move for Tonali as the £100m asking price could leave the board.

But if the Toon cannot make it back to Europe, the Italian could look for that move as he wants to compete for the major trophies and play against the best players. He won’t do that if he stays at Newcastle and they don’t progress.

But if he does move, it will be interesting to see where he might end up.

LARGE FEE FOR SIGNING ALVAREZ

Arsenal would have to pay a hefty fee if they want to lure Julian Alvarez back to the Premier League, according to ex-Everton and Aston Villa chief executive Keith Wyness, amid reports that the Gunners are still keen on a transfer deal.

It’s no secret that recent weeks have been heavily linked with a move for Julian Alvarez since news broke that Spanish giants Atletico Madrid would be open to letting the small striker leave the club during the summer transfer window.

However – ARSENAL are not the only club interested in a move for Alvarez at the end of the season, as there are also many more media reports claiming that Chelsea are actually in the chase to sign the forward for a fee of £82 million.

Now, amid all the speculation and rumors surrounding the rush hour, talking about the new edition of Inside Track podcast from Football InsiderWyness believes the striker would be worth the high fee Arsenal would have to pay for him.

He told Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast: “Yes, look, I know Julian Alvarez is very highly rated at Atletico Madrid.

“Everyone loves him, and he saved them in a lot of ways. Some big games. He’s a great player. If he were to come back, I think it would be a big move, but definitely worth it.”

“He’s good quality and I think he would fit in really well with them. But yes, he’s very highly rated, and it wouldn’t be cheap, but I think he’ll want to come back to Britain and I think he’ll set the Premier League on fire again, and I think that’s even more the case now that he’s had this spell at Atletico where he’s really made a big impact.”

IcFootballnews says…

There will continue to be rumors that are related ARSENAL with some of the biggest and best players in the game in the coming months, but if Arteta actually wants to sign Alvarez, we’re sure the board will back him.

But with Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus and Viktor Gyokeres all at the club, is it really necessary to sign Alvarez at the end of the season?

ARSENAL IN HAVERTZ TALKS

New reports circulating in North London suggest that Arsenal have begun preliminary contract talks with Kai Havertz, signaling the club’s intention to bring in the Germany international as a long-term component of Mikel Arteta’s development project. While nothing has been officially confirmed yet, the rumor has quickly gained traction – and for good reason.

Havertz’s time ARSENAL It has been a mixed journey since his high-profile move from Chelsea in 2023. Early inconsistency and positional experimentation meant he needed time to settle down, but as Arteta reshaped his attacking approach, Havertz gradually became a more influential figure. His versatility, tactical intelligence and ability to operate between the lines have made him a valuable asset when fit, and his recent form prior to his injury setback had reminded supporters of his high ceiling.

The rumors indicate that Arsenal believe Havertz has much more to offer, and that the club wants to avoid a situation where a talented, experienced striker enters the final years of his contract without clarity. With Arsenal’s project strongly built around continuity and long-term development, it makes strategic sense to sign a player who suits Arteta’s fluid, technical style.

Why now?

Speculation surrounding the timing of these supposed negotiations is particularly interesting. Arsenal’s season has been largely determined by injuries, squad rotation and the demands of competition on multiple fronts. Havertz has endured his own physical setbacks, which may have raised questions about his long-term durability. But from Arteta’s perspective, this could also be exactly why talks are rumored to have begun: when a player recovers or reintegrates, it is often a moment to reaffirm their importance.

There is also the broader market context. European clubs are constantly monitoring Premier League talent, and Havertz’s unique profile – a tall, technically gifted forward who is comfortable as a midfielder, false nine or support striker – makes him attractive to teams abroad. Even if the rumor is premature, Arsenal would like to avoid a scenario where interest increases and his contract situation becomes uncertain.

What Havertz brings to Arsenal

When Havertz plays, ARSENAL look different. He offers subtle qualities that are not always captured in statistics: intelligent movement, linked play, composure in tight spaces and the ability to occupy defenders while others exploit the space. His temperament in big games has been evident throughout his career, and Arsenal have already benefited from his knack for scoring important goals.