Arsenal midfielder Emile Smith Rowe has reportedly been linked to the move away from the North London club this month.
Emile Smith Rowe has not been able to play regular first-team football since his return from injury, and he has started just once in the league this season. The 23-year-old is a talented young player with massive potential and he needs to play more often. He has been linked with an exit from the North London club.
Daily Mail has claimed that Aston Villa, Newcastle United, and West Ham United are keen on signing Smith Rowe. But Arsenal have rejected approaches from all three clubs, and they do not plan to let them leave this season. Arsenal are hoping to hold onto him until the end of the season, and the 23-year-old will look to get his career back on track.
Emile Smith Rowe in a Pickle
There is no doubt that Smith Rowe is a prodigious young talent with a bright future ahead of him. But he will need regular first-team action to regain his form and confidence. Before his injury, the talented young midfielder was regarded as one of the finest young talents in English football, and he could be an asset for the Gunners if they get the best out of him once again.
Arsenal are lacking in depth in the attacking department, and Emile Smith Rowe would be a very useful option for them. He is versatile enough to operate as a central attacking midfielder as well as a winger. He will add goals and assists to the Arsenal attack.
The midfielder reportedly wants to stay and fight for his place at the North London club as well. But he reportedly has a pact regarding his Arsenal future. Nonetheless, the development will certainly come as a major boost for Arsenal and their fans.
Several Premier League Clubs Want Emile Smith Rowe
Aston Villa need to add more depth in their attack, and the 23-year-old would have been a quality addition. Unai Emery knows the player well, having worked with him during his time together at Arsenal, and he could have brought got the best in the player.
Meanwhile, West Ham have improved their squad immensely, but they could still use more quality in the final third. They have been overly dependent on Mohammed Kudus and Jarrod Bowen this season. So, it is hardly surprising West Ham submitted an enquiry for Smith Rowe.
As far as Newcastle are concerned, they need to add more goals and creativity to the side. The Arsenal midfielder would have been a quality long-term addition. But with the Gunners not interested in a sale, the 23-year-old is not going anywhere.
