Emile Smith Rowe would struggle for a spot at Newcastle United

Newcastle United interested in signing Emile Smith Rowe this January window.

The Magpies are fighting on four fronts this season, hoping to qualify for the Champions League next term.

They have earmarked Arsenal’s Emile Smith Rowe as their next target who has struggled for game time over the past two seasons.

The 23-year-old has returned to full fitness and played a crucial role in England’s European Under-21 Championship triumph.

The club academy graduate is struggling to find minutes under the management of Mikel Arteta and would be looking for a new challenge elsewhere.

Agbonlahor told Footballer Insider: “He can be a good squad player for Newcastle. But that’s the problem. He’d be leaving Arsenal for another club where he isn’t going to start.

“Let’s not forget, Newcastle have got Willock coming back in that position. He was brilliant last season and has been completely forgotten about by everyone.

“They’ve also got Guimaraes in that area.

“If he came to Newcastle, he’d have to fight for a position. It’s not going to be guaranteed.”

Arsenal would be looking at around £50million for his services if Smith Rowe sanctions a move this January.

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