Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal could now make a move for Newcastle United goalkeeper Freddie Woodman, according to The Chronicle.
What’s the story?
The Chronicle have reported that Arsenal manager Arteta could turn his attention to Newcastle goalkeeper Woodman.
The Gunners are unable to sign Aaron Ramsdale from Sheffield United.
Arsenal want a goalkeeper, and Woodman could be back on their radar.
The Gunners actually discussed a swap deal for Joe Willock with Newcastle earlier this summer.
The midfielder switched to Newcastle on a permanent contract on Friday.
Could an Arsenal transfer happen?
When everyone at Newcastle is fit, then Martin Dubravka is the first-choice goalkeeper.
Karl Darlow is also an option for manager Steve Bruce.
Woodman is unlikely to play much this season, and a move to Arsenal could be appealing to him.
Yes, Bernd Leno is the first-choice goalkeeper at Arsenal, but the Germany international makes mistakes.
Woodman, who is only 24, could then step in and establish himself as the number one goalkeeper for manager Arteta.
Woodman did well during his loan spells at Swansea City in the Championship, and the chance to play for a big club such as Arsenal could appeal to him.
Yes, the Englishman has not played even once in the Premier League, but he could turn out to be a gem.
Interestingly, Woodman will actually make his Premier League debut today when Newcastle take on West Ham United.
Newcastle manager Steve Bruce has said to the club’s official website that with Dubravka injured and Darlow still recovering from illness, the 24-year-old Englishman will start against the Hammers.
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