Mikel Arteta’s side are close, and the addition of Viktor Gyökeres, who scored a staggering 97 goals during his two seasons with Sporting CP, may well be the talismanic presenc

Viktor Gyokeres has flown out to Singapore and will be in attendance for Arsenal’s game against Newcastle United on Sunday, the club have confirmed.Photo via Arsenal.comViktor Gyokeres has had a

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak reportedly ‘checked out’ months ago at St James’ Park as Liverpool line up a deal for the striker this summer.

As is the custom with pre-season football, the on-pitch product provides the sub plot to Newcastle and Arsenal’s fixture this afternoon. Both sides are playing their second games of their tours of Asia in Singapore’s National Stadium, but both sides have been busiest off the pitch with contrasting fortunes.

Howe has picked a strong team to face the Gunners with team captain Bruno Guimaraes alongside Sandro Tonali and Joe Willock in midfield. There’s a first start for new signing Anthony Elanga, whilst Alex Murphy gets an opportunity to impress from the off at left-back.

Eddie Howe fielded eight questions on the striker during Saturday's 15-minute press conference. The situation is beyond a distraction now

Max Clark has signed a one-year contract to remain with Newcastle Falcons for the forthcoming season. Clark initially joined Newcastle on a three-month deal last December, which was subsequently extended until the end of the campaign. The 29-year-old former Bath and Dragons player scored two tries in his 11 appearances for the Falcons.

Chelsea activated the release clause of transfer target Liam Delap. Joao Pedro also only wanted the Blues. Bryan Mbeumo made it clear he only had eyes for Manchester United. Hugo Ekitike opted for mega money at Liverpool. Dean Huijsen went straight to Real Madrid. James Trafford chose the Etihad Stadium over St James' Park.