<p>Newcastle is offloading fan favorite Miguel Almiron to Saudi side Al-Shabab. This makes Almiron one of the latest <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/premier-league-tv-schedule/">Premier League</a> stars to move to Saudi Arabia. The move is not yet complete, but Almiron is open to the switch to the Middle East, according to reporter <a href="https://twitter.com/JacobsBen/status/1749373759377875175" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ben Jacobs</a>.</p>



<p>The sale of Almiron is part of Newcastle’s latest attempts to stay within the Premier League’s profit and sustainability regulations, encompassing financial fair play in the English top flight. <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/teams/newcastle-united-tv-schedule/">Newcastle</a> has one of the highest net spending records in the last five years among Premier League clubs. Having amassed a deficit of $530 million over five years, Newcastle ranks fifth in transfer expenditure. Only Arsenal, Tottenham, Manchester United and Chelsea, which has spent far more than any other club, have paid more on transfers since 2019. </p>



<p>Miguel Almiron’s sale helps Newcastle bring in more money to lower that transfer deficit. Newcastle CEO Darren Eales has admitted the Magpies must sell players in the transfer market to keep the side within the league’s boundaries.</p>



<p>“Any decision we make will always be against the backdrop of the medium to long-term benefit for the club,” <a href="https://www.football365.com/news/newcastle-agree-offload-howe-favourite-claims-arsenal-liverpool-targets-up-for-sale" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Eales said</a>. “It’s difficult to say specifically on certain players, but I can say that, if we’re going to get to where we want to get to, at times it is necessary to trade your players.”</p>



<h2>Miguel Almiron departing Newcastle may be first of many moves</h2>



<p>There is no fee reported yet for the sale of Miguel Almiron to Al-Shabab. However, based on Newcastle’s spending in the last three years, the moves may not stop with the Paraguayan. Miguel Almiron will bring in a fair sum of money. His exploits at St. James’ Park make him a commodity among clubs. Yet, there are other players Newcastle may sell who would rake in more money than Almiron.</p>



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<p>For example, rumors are circulating that Newcastle may sell both Alexander Isak and Bruno Guimaraes. Newcastle’s losses over the last year are $93.8 million. Despite increased revenue, Newcastle spent $165 million in the summer to bring in new players. The key number, though, is the net loss of $93.8 million. Premier League clubs cannot have a net loss of $133.58 million over three years. Therefore, Newcastle is threatening to break those Financial Fair Play regulations.</p>



<p>Liverpool is in the market for Bruno Guimaraes while Arsenal wants Alexander Isak. Both of those clubs have checkbooks that can afford the two Newcastle stars. Also, <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/unexpected-usmnt-standout-to-replace-trippier-at-newcastle-20240121-WST-484846.html">Bayern Munich is targeting Kieran Trippier</a> and Atletico Madrid wants Callum Wilson. Newcastle may not have a choice to hold on to the players, either. Keeping the transfer deficit runs the risk of the <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/everton-receives-record-points-deduction-from-premier-league-20231117-WST-470890.html">points deduction Everton suffered</a> earlier in the campaign.</p>



<h2>Saudi connections at Newcastle</h2>



<p>Immediately, the sale of Miguel Almiron to Saudi Arabia raises concerns about a conflict of interest. The Saudi Public Investment Fund owns Newcastle, and the group owns several clubs in the Saudi Pro League. Namely, that features Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad and Al-Ahli. This does <em>not</em> include Al-Shabab, which means there is no concern about multi-club ownership in this transfer.</p>



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Newcastle sending Miguel Almiron to Saudi Arabia to skirt FFP

Newcastle is offloading fan favorite Miguel Almiron to Saudi side Al-Shabab to help comply with Financial Fair Play concerns.


<p>There is no secret that Arsenal’s forwards currently have a scoring problem.</p>
<p>After all, the Gunners have managed just <a href="https://www.premierleague.com/clubs/1/Arsenal/results" target="_blank" rel="noopener">21 goals in 16 Premier League matches</a> so far this season. As of now, the club possesses two high-profile strikers up front.</p>
<p>However, Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang appear on the rumor mill as potential departures from the Emirtates. Lacazette’s current contract is ending in the summer, and Aubameyang was recently stripped of his captaincy and is supposedly open to a move away from the Emirates.</p>
<p>Whether Arsenal make a move for a new striker in January or the summer, reinforcements in this position is clearly a top priority. Listed below are five potential options for manager Mikel Arteta and the Gunners.</p>
<h3>Arsenal’s potential forwards via the transfer market</h3>
<h5>Dusan Vlahovic</h5>
<p>Undoubtedly, Arsenal’s number one choice for a center forward in either January or the summer is Dusan Vlahovic.</p>
<p>The problem for the Gunners is that Vlahovic is every team’s top pick for a new striker. Media outlets link the current Fiorentina forward to Manchester City, Tottenham, Barcelona and pretty much any team in need of a young, promising forward. Competition, as well as the player’s preference, could prevent Arsenal from getting their man.</p>
<p>We have seen that this new regime can spend money, but clubs like Manchester City, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and PSG are tough to beat when they get involved in transfers.</p>
<p>The Serbia international has been a goal machine over the last calendar year. Since December 15th, 2020, Vlahovic has scored an astounding <a href="https://www.transfermarkt.us/du-scaron-an-vlahovic/leistungsdatendetails/spieler/357498" target="_blank" rel="noopener">37 goals in just 46 total matches</a> for Fiorentina. The combination of his goal record and the fact that he’s just 21 makes for plenty of gossip surrounding his future. Vlahovic will almost certainly depart Florence at some point in 2022.</p>
<p>However, Arsenal need some luck to land the striker ahead of other clubs.</p>
<h5>Jonathan David</h5>
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<p>If Vlahovic is Arsenal’s top target, Jonathan David could very well be their plan B. The Lille forward is currently <a href="https://supersport.com/football/france/top-scorers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">leading Ligue 1 with 11 goals</a> during the current campaign. Also just 21, David has managed to score 24 French league goals in just 55 matches since his arrival from Gent in 2020.</p>
<p>Able to play at the center forward position or as a second striker, the Canada international is a very dynamic player. Along with scoring goals, he also passes well and even helps out in defense with pressures that potentially lead to turnovers. Certainly, Arteta and the Arsenal will be aware of David’s ability outside of scoring goals.</p>
<p>As with everyone else on this list, the Gunners will have competition in their striker search. Liverpool, PSG, and West Ham share interest in David. Previously, the Canadian spoke of his dreams Although David as previously stated that he grew up dreaming of a move to Arsenal or Barcelona. If the Gunners miss out on Vlahovic, David could be a decent, and cheaper, alternative with a market value of about <a href="https://www.transfermarkt.us/jonathan-david/profil/spieler/533738" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$40 million</a>.</p>
<h5>Dominic Calvert-Lewin</h5>
<p>A move from one Premier League side to another is a polarizing option for Arteta and company.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1534782/arsenal-news-paul-merson-dominic-calvert-lewin-everton-premier-league" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Arsenal fans appear to be split</a> on the possibility of Calvert-Lewin being a Aubameyang or Lacazette replacement. Those against the move point out Calvert-Lewin’s failure to be a true ‘elite’ goal-scorer. For instance, the England international failed to score more than 16 league goals in a season. Moreover, he is not quite as technically gifted as other potential options.</p>
<p>Nevertheless, Calvert-Lewin is still just 24. He is far removed from the player in danger of earning more yellow cards than scoring goals. The current Everton forward managed to score 19 Premier League goals in his last 36 appearances.</p>
<p>Calvert-Lewin would give the Gunners a formidable presence inside the box with his aerial ability and poacher mentality. However, the 6’2 target man may not be a good fit with Arteta’s preferred playing style. Arsenal have a more active, fluid style going forward. Currently, Arsenal ranks 17th in crosses into the box so far this season in the Premier League.</p>
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<h5>Alexander Isak</h5>
<p>Alexander Isak burst on to the scene as the successor to Zlatan Ibrahimovic in Sweden. However, some critics peggded him as a flop as he failed to impress at Borussia Dortmund.</p>
<p>Even then, his time at Real Sociedad proved to be a revelation for the now-22-year-old striker. Since the start of the 2020/21 season, Isak scored 20 goals in 48 LaLiga fixtures. Not a world-beater output, but it shows significant potential. Although he is scoring below expected this season, Isak possesses a rare combination of size, 6’4, and pace. He has just three league goals in 17 games this season for Real Sociedad.</p>
<p>In spite of his lackluster start to the current campaign, Arteta and the Arsenal front office tend to see out players for their potential. Potential is something ever-present in Isak. As is the case with Dominic Calvert-Lewin, questions of a potential fit with Arsenal could be raised. Yet, the 22-year-old striker is certainly talented, and his addition would be a welcome one among Arsenal’s forwards.</p>
<p>The Gunners could face competition from Liverpool and Spurs, among others, in approaching Isak in 2022.</p>
<h5><span style="font-size: 16px;">Joao Felix</span></h5>
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<p>Of all the players to possibly join Arsenal’s forwards, Joao Felix seems the most like a wild card.</p>
<p>Undeniably, Felix is one of the most-talented young players in all of Europe. Gifted with footwork and intelligence with passing, his fit with Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid seems confusing. Simeone is one that does not seek out creativity, more so out-and-out defense into attack.</p>
<p>Statistically speaking, Felix never really racked up the goals and assists many predicted during his time in Spain. Regardless, Felix is not a typical center forward. In fact, he can mold into different attacking positions. That could be up front alone or as a second striker or occupying the flanks. We all know how much Arteta likes versatile players to fit the passing style of play.</p>
<p>The only issue with a potential deal for Felix would be competition. Much like Vlahovic, Felix would be wanted by most of the big clubs around Europe. In fact, Manchester City, Manchester United, Barcelona, and Liverpool all have interest in signing the 22-year-old. Felix’s mammoth player wages potentially would not be much of an issue assuming the Gunners move on from Aubameyang.</p>
<p>A lot would have to happen for Arsenal to land Felix, but he should be near the top of Arteta’s wish list for Arsenal’s forwards.</p>

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