Arsenal & Newcastle begins midfielder swap-deal talks as Mikel Arteta told Edu to splash £60m on new striker to replace Gabriel Jesus What is he thinking 😨😲
Newcastle has maintained a prolonged interest in Arsenal’s Emil Smith Rowe, closely monitoring the midfielder as manager Eddie Howe seeks to bolster the team’s attacking options. However, the pursuit faces challenges due to Financial Fair Play (FFP) constraints, requiring Newcastle to carefully navigate their finances, especially considering recent substantial spending. The uncertainty of Champions League qualification further complicates the financial landscape for the Magpies.
Despite Smith Rowe’s perceived lack of favor at Arsenal, a potential move to Newcastle may be postponed due to the intricacies of financial considerations and FFP regulations. The midfielder, who has struggled for regular playing time and faced confidence issues at Arsenal, could potentially benefit from a change under Eddie Howe’s management.
The article also delves into Arsenal’s reported interest in Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak. Although there’s no confirmation of an imminent January move, Arsenal’s hierarchy, including manager Mikel Arteta and technical director Edu, is closely monitoring the Swedish striker. Isak, secured by Newcastle in a £63 million deal, has been successful in the Premier League, scoring 19 goals in 37 games.
Arsenal’s previous attempt to sign Isak in the summer of 2022 was hindered by concerns about his release clause. The report indicates that, due to Financial Fair Play issues, any potential transfer from Arsenal to Isak is more likely to happen in the summer. Newcastle’s sporting director, Dan Ashworth, acknowledges the need to sell players to navigate financial challenges.
Isak is under contract with Newcastle until 2028, earning around £120,000, making him the second-highest-paid player alongside Sandro Tonali and Kieran Trippier. Bruno Guimaraes leads the pay scale at £160,000.
