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Everton boss Martinez ponders shock swoop for Newcastle outcast Ben Arfa

Everton are weighing up a shock move for Newcastle United outcast Hatem Ben Arfa. The Daily Star says Toffees boss Roberto Martinez is eager to sign the 27-year-old, who has fallen down the pecking order at St James Park.

Toon boss Alan Pardew has told the Frenchman the is he free to leave the club this summer, and is willing to cash in on the former Olympique Marseille star.

Martinez has admitted that he is looking to sign a winger this summer, and believes that his side will challenge for a Champions League spot if they land the right player.

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