According to talkSPORT, Wilson has agreed personal terms with West Ham United after productive talks in recent days. The 33-year-old striker was also pursued by clubs in Saudi Arabia and the United States and while Championship sides like Leeds United and Burnley showed some interest too.

Newcastle United has struggled to land its top targets this summer and could now lose Alexander Isak to a Premier League rival.

Larsen earned plenty of plaudits during his debut season and was described by Vitor Pereira as his ‘profile of striker’ after a victory over Ipswich. Meanwhile, Alan Shearer added on BBC Sport: “He was a nuisance. His hold-up play was excellent, his touch and control were superb.”

However, it was Arsenal's 15-year-old academy products, midfielder Max Downman and centre-back Marli Salmon, who also impressed with their cameos and were the main subject of Arteta's post-match press conference, with the mood surrounding the club fairly postive.

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Newcastle have reportedly identified two Premier League strikers as alternatives to Yoane Wissa after Brentford ‘closed the door’ on his exit.

A look at how feared Newcastle United would become if PSR restrictions were scrapped today - possibly English football’s current “what if” debate.

Over the past few years, Newcastle United have steadily built up their reputation in the Premier League. From being a mid-table side, they are now competing regularly for a spot in the top four.