Arsenal will take on Premier League rivals Newcastle United in an exciting pre-season friendly this Sunday in Singapore. The match is part of the Gunners’ Asia tour, which also includes a highly anticipated showdown against North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday.
Gyokeres Signing Boosts Arsenal’s Attack
Mikel Arteta’s squad has been strengthened with the arrival of Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP. The 26-year-old has been in sensational form, netting 97 goals over the past two seasons. Fans will be eager to see if he can replicate that prolific scoring record in the Premier League. For more on Gyokeres’ impact, check out this analysis from ESPN.
Arsenal Still Eyeing More Signings
Despite Gyokeres’ arrival, Arsenal’s summer spending may not be over yet. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Gunners remain in talks with Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze’s representatives. While no formal offer has been made to Palace, Eze is reportedly open to a move to the Emirates.
Eze, who joined Palace from QPR in 2020, has been a standout performer with 40 goals and 28 assists in 167 appearances. His creativity and flair have also earned him 12 caps for England. However, Arsenal must offload players before making further signings.
Outgoings a Priority for Arteta
The Gunners are focusing on trimming their squad, with Reiss Nelson expected to depart for Fulham. Selling fringe players will help fund potential moves for top targets like Eze. For the latest transfer updates, visit The Athletic.
As Arsenal prepare for their clash with Newcastle, fans will be watching closely for hints of Arteta’s tactical plans ahead of the new season. Will Gyokeres make his debut? Could Eze soon follow? Stay tuned for more developments.
