Mikel Arteta handed Emile Smith Rowe transfer dilemma amid Newcastle United interest
Arsenal star Emile Smith Rowe is reportedly subject of interest from Newcastle United ahead of the January transfer window. The attacker has continued to struggle for minutes under Mikel Arteta this season and his future remains unresolved.
In his breakthrough campaign at the Emirates Stadium, the Hale End graduate seemed destined for greatness after hitting the ground running alongside Bukayo Saka, but injuries and sensational displays from his teammates have stagnated his progress.
Last season, Smith Rowe was restricted to only 15 appearances in all competitions due to his long-term groin injury. Having returned for the final stretch of the season, the 23-year-old managed only seven appearances off the bench in the Premier League as the Gunners fell short in the title race.
Under Arteta, Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz have been first-choice meaning Smith Rowe has been forced to wait for his opportunity. Fabio Vieira has made the most of his opportunities when called upon, leaving the Englishman's future in north London in doubt.
And according toThe Mirror, Newcastle are keen on signing the versatile star in the January transfer window. Eddie Howe's men have started the season like they finished the last one and recently caught the eye for their thrilling win over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.
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However, Harvey Barnes' long-term injury has left them short in attack and Smith Rowe has been identified as a possible replacement. The report states that the Magpies are well aware of his lack of game time at Arsenal and are hoping he would be open to a transfer
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