Arsenal identify perfect Kai Havertz partner as Mikel Arteta eyes Man City star again

The transfer grind truly never stops. Even with a mid-week fixture list and the impending return of the Champions League, not to mention an ongoing three-way battle to lift the Premier League trophy come May.

The footballing world is always moving forward though and those behind the scenes are constantly monitoring and playing a vital role in ensuring long-term progress. With a minefield of financial problems to navigate and each week bringing worries and drama around impending rules or changes, it has never been so important.

As the margin at the top narrows and new, heightened standards are set, the battle to remain on top grows ever stronger. Having been proactive in their business last summer and the year before,it is no surprise that Arsenal are once again eyeing up improvements.

With that in mind, football.london has rounded up the latest stories in the transfer sphere and offered a fresh perspective on what it means for Arsenal.

Newcastle are expected to need to make some pretty hefty cuts in key areas in the next few years. Eddie Howe's side have been unable to invest in their squad like the Saudi Arabian owners would like, especially since the initial revolution, and with PSRs putting pressure on those pushing the threshold, the Magpies might be forced to move on from their star man.

The Sun state that both Arsenal and Tottenham are plotting a move for the striker.After Newcastle chief Darren Earles admitted in January that the club would need to sell at some stage in order to go big in the market, Isak is one of the most attractive.

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