Monreal Warns Arsenal: Signing Tonali Could Force Sale of Rice or Zubimendi
Former Arsenal defender Nacho Monreal has urged Mikel Arteta to pause before pursuing Newcastle’s midfield star Sandro Tonali this summer. The Italian has impressed on Tyneside, but Newcastle may demand at least £80 million for his services. Monreal argues that Arsenal already boast two world-class defensive midfielders in Martín Zubimendi and Declan Rice. He believes adding Tonali would create a tough selection dilemma and likely lead to the departure of one of their current stars. After signing Zubimendi for around £55 million last season, Arsenal transformed Rice into one of the league’s best defenders. Monreal feels that, while Tonali is top-class, the club should weigh the cost before making such a big investment.
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