Mikel Arteta's dream transfer scenario could hinge on Newcastle vs Arsenal amid top-four push

Arsenal play against Newcastle on Monday evening in what is a crucial match for Arsenal’s Champions League hopes. The match also could have a major impact on Edu’s transfer dealings in the summer.

A win for the Gunners will see them leapfrog Spurs in the table with one game remaining, which puts Arsenal in the perfect position to secure a Champions League place. Mikel Arteta’s side will play Everton in the final game of the season knowing a victory will be enough to return to Europe’s elite competition.

The Gunners have been heavily linked to players such as Youri Tielemans and Gabriel Jesus. However, both players have reportedly demanded Champions League football at the next club they move to, so if Arsenal beat Newcastle that will provide as a major boost to their transfer hopes in the summer.

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CBS Sports have reported that the Gunners are currently the front runners to sign Youri Tielemans. Arsenal reportedly already know that the Belgian will not sign a new deal and could be available for as little as £25m.

Tielemans has played the most minutes compared to any other player at the age of 24 or younger so far in their career, and it is by a large distance. Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus falls in second place, having played 10,000 minutes less than the midfielder.

The 24-year-old has been a regular in the Premier League for the last three seasons and has played a big part in Leicester's Champions League push over the last few campaigns. The midfielder's impressive performances have seen the likes of Liverpool and Real Madrid show interest in him.

He has already played in 20 Champions League games showing