Newcastle United was flying only a few months ago. They had eliminated Arsenal from the League Cup semi-finals, humiliated them on their way to winning their first domestic title in 70 years, and secured a fairytale return to the Champions League. Arsenal, meanwhile, were left empty-handed as a promising season came to an end.
As Arsenal showcased new £63 million striker Viktor Gyokeres before kick-off, Newcastle were dealing with the rising possibility of losing their star forward Alexander Isak. On the football, Mikel Arteta’s team defeated the Magpies 3-2, but the scenes off the pitch best illustrated the two clubs’ changing fortunes.According To The Mirror.
Arteta now has six summer signings, and he’s not done yet. Eberechi Eze of Crystal Palace is next on Arsenal’s radar as they try to develop a squad capable of ultimately getting over the line.
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“We do have plans, we do have a lot of options and we are increasing the quality and depth of the squad with all the signings we’ve done,” Arteta told reporters. “We are very pleased to have Victor among us. It’s been a long trip to bring him here. You can see the boys and the environment are quite eager about his coming.”
Arsenal shown fresh depth in their victory over Newcastle. Anthony Elanga gave the Magpies an early lead, but Arsenal responded with goals from Mikel Merino and an Alex Murphy own goal. Jacob Murphy tied the game in the second half before Martin Odegaard clinched the victory from the penalty spot.
While Arsenal appear to be ready to compete on all fronts, Newcastle appear to be regressing, and Eddie Howe is aware of this.
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