Newcastle United are among the teams considering a January swoop for Emile Smith Rowe.

The Arsenal academy product has been a bit part player under manager Mikel Arteta over the past 18 months.

The 23-year-old has only started a single game, Arsenal's Carabao Cup clash with Brentford.

The Northern Echo states that Newcastle are ready to test the Gunners' resolve to hold onto Smith Rowe.

Manager Eddie Howe believes the attacking midfielder would fit within his team's dynamic.

In fact, the Magpies are hoping they can get Arsenal to agree to a loan with an obligation to buy.