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football.london's live coverage of Arsenal vs Newcastle United as Premier League action continues at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal now have the added pressure of a title race to contend with. This leaves Mikel Arteta with a thin squad in the forward areas amid injuries to Reiss Nelson and Gabriel Jesus. He’s been managing it for a couple of months but it’s got to the point where it’s too painful for him to carry on. [Click here](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/mikel-arteta-arsenal-premier-league-25878755) for the full transcript. [here](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenal-predicted-team-newcastle-saliba-25878730). Many speculated that the price tag somewhat weighed on the player despite his own dismissals of this. Upon his arrival at Arsenal, however, it became relatively clear that the transition from France to England wasn’t going smoothly. [right here](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenal-newcastle-injury-eddie-howe-25877297). The Ivorian arrived with a big reputation having taken Ligue 1 by storm, scoring 22 goals and recording 11 assists. When I say a couple of months, I’m including the break in that as well. Congratulations." By contrast, Mikel Arteta has a near full-strength squad to choose from.

A big claim in Spanish outlet Marca last night suggested that Ronaldo could leave his new club Al Nassr if Newcastle qualified for the Champions League due to ...

[Newcastle United make Martin Dubravka loan decision after Manchester United loan spell](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/newcastle-united-make-martin-dubravka-25873232) [Kieran Trippier excited by Newcastle United owners' plans for 2023](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/a-new-journey-kieran-trippier-25864234) [New St James' developments, Elliot Anderson loan talk and Academy shake up](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/newcastle-united-st-james-park-25869841) [Newcastle United rocked by new injury blow as defender could miss 'months'](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/matt-targett-injury-newcastle-united-25871902) [Bruno Guimares speaks of 'anxious' Newcastle in Leeds stalemate but hails 2022](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/bruno-guimares-speaks-anxious-newcastle-25869741) [ Arsenal vs Newcastle United LIVE](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arsenal-vs-newcastle-united-live-25880687) [Howe](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/eddie-howe) has now spoken on the issue, saying: "We wish Cristiano all the best in his venture but from our point of view there's no truth in that." [As reported on Chronicle Live today the claims were knocked back by United chiefs](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/newcastle-united-ronaldo-january-window-25881068). Ronaldo himself said today at his unveiling in Saudi Arabia: "As nobody knows, I can say now I had many opportunities in Europe, many clubs in Brazil, Australia, the US, even in Portugal, many clubs tried to sign me. Eddie Howe has dismissed any talk of Newcastle United signing Ronaldo next season - after widespread reports of the ex-Manchester United star having a clause in his contract to join the Magpies.

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe has made one change to his starting 11 for the Magpies' first game of 2023, away at Arsenal, as Callum Wilson ...

[Martin Dúbravka](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/martin-dubravka/), who was recalled from his season-long loan spell at Manchester United on Sunday, while Howe has attacking options to deploy from the substitutes' bench, including [Allan Saint-Maximin](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/allan-saint-maximin/), [Jacob Murphy](/teams/first-team/jacob-murphy), [Matt Ritchie](/teams/first-team/matt-ritchie) and Elliot Anderson. [Miguel Almirón](/teams/first-team/miguel-almiron), who has netted five goals in his last five away league matches, and [Joelinton](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/joelinton/) - making his 100th Premier League start this evening - will aim to provide attacking support for Wilson. [Bruno Guimarães](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/bruno-guimaraes/), who was on target in Newcastle's 2-0 win against Arsenal at St. [Martin Dúbravka](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/martin-dubravka/), [Javier Manquillo](/teams/first-team/javier-manquillo), [Jamaal Lascelles](/teams/first-team/jamaal-lascelles), [Jamal Lewis](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/jamal-lewis/), [Matt Ritchie](/teams/first-team/matt-ritchie), Elliot Anderson, [Jacob Murphy](/teams/first-team/jacob-murphy), [Allan Saint-Maximin](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/allan-saint-maximin/), [Chris Wood](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/chris-wood/). James' Park in May - starts in the middle of the park alongside [Joe Willock](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/joe-willock/), who began his career at the Gunners, as well as [Sean Longstaff](/teams/first-team/sean-longstaff) who makes his 11th consecutive Premier League start. [Nick Pope](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/nick-pope/), [Kieran Trippier](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/kieran-trippier/) (c), [Fabian Schär](/teams/first-team/fabian-schaer), [Sven Botman](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/sven-botman/), [Dan Burn], [Joe Willock](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/joe-willock/), [Bruno Guimarães](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/bruno-guimaraes/), [Sean Longstaff](/teams/first-team/sean-longstaff), [Miguel Almirón](/teams/first-team/miguel-almiron), [Joelinton](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/joelinton/), [Callum Wilson](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/callum-wilson/). [Jamaal Lascelles](/teams/first-team/jamaal-lascelles), [Javier Manquillo](/teams/first-team/javier-manquillo) and [Jamal Lewis](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/jamal-lewis/) are also available as defensive reinforcements. [Nick Pope](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/nick-pope/), targeting a consecutive fourth Premier League clean sheet, begins between the sticks behind a four-man backline, with [Kieran Trippier](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/kieran-trippier/) and [Dan Burn] occupying the respective flanks while [Sven Botman](https://www.nufc.co.uk/teams/first-team/sven-botman/) and [Fabian Schär](/teams/first-team/fabian-schaer) continue their impressive partnership at the heart of defence.

It's a big one, as league leaders Arsenal face dark horses Newcastle United in a feisty Premier League encounter at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal have the second-best attack in the division, with only Manchester City scoring more than their 40 goals so far this season, while Newcastle have the meanest defence in the league, having conceded just 2 goals in their last 8 league outings. Newcastle sit third in the table with only one league defeat all season, and none on their own turf. The North Londoners have only dropped four points all season, but this will be one of their toughest tests.

Newcastle United held Arsenal to a 0-0 draw on a night in which they went toe to toe with the Premier League leaders. The Magpies demonstrated that they ...

Also picked up a booking. A cool customer and the Geordie's dream season goes on. Not his night with one shot on target and just 17 touches before Howe opted for a change. Had 17 shots fired his way and emerged with the clean sheet. But they also had to ride their luck at times as Arsenal created 17 chances. Newcastle United held Arsenal to a 0-0 draw on a night in which they went toe to toe with the Premier League leaders.

EDDIE HOWE has dismissed suggestions that Cristiano Ronaldo has a clause in his new contract with Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr that would result in…

Spanish newspaper Marca are reporting Ronaldo has a clause in his contract at new club Al Nassr which allows him to go on loan to St James' Park if the Magpies ...

"But I don’t think Eddie Howe would want him and that is why Cristiano Ronaldo is where he is at the moment because none of the top clubs want him. "I’ve checked this out with sources at Newcastle and it’s not beyond the realms of possibility because Newcastle are owned by the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia and this is a Saudi Arabian football club," Daily Telegraph journalist Luke Edwards said on the Transfer Gossip Daily Podcast. Cristiano Ronaldo signing for Newcastle United is unlikely but not impossible, according to BBC Radio 5 Live's Transfer Gossip Daily team.

Eddie Howe has rubbished suggestions that Cristiano Ronaldo has a clause in his contract with Al-Nassr that allows him to join Newcastle.

[check our sport page](https://metro.co.uk/sport/). [The eye-watering amount Cristiano Ronaldo will earn per second, hour and day at Al Nassr](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/01/cristiano-ronaldo-salary-how-much-will-he-earn-at-al-nassr-18021490/?ico=more_text_links) [When could Cristiano Ronaldo make his debut for Al Nassr and will it be on TV?](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/03/cristiano-ronaldos-al-nassr-debut-when-could-it-be-and-is-it-on-tv-18034560/?ico=more_text_links) [Champions League](https://metro.co.uk/tag/champions-league/?ico=auto_link_sport_P4_LNK1). [that would give him the option to join Newcastle](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/03/cristiano-ronaldo-has-newcastle-united-transfer-clause-in-his-al-nassr-contract-18030078/) next summer. [Newcastle United](https://metro.co.uk/tag/newcastle-united-fc/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK1) manager Eddie Howe has rubbished suggestions that [Cristiano Ronaldo](https://metro.co.uk/tag/cristiano-ronaldo/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK2) has a clause in his contract with Al-Nassr that allows him to join the Magpies.

Within the opening five minutes Martin Odegaard volleyed over when well placed, Bukayo Saka drew a save from Nick Pope at the near post, and Granit Xhaka fired ...

They are currently in 14th place in League One, and kick off at the Kassam Stadium is at 8pm (UK time) on Monday, January 9. We kept searching for the breakthrough. Newcastle were increasingly sitting back, soaking up pressure and looking to catch us on the break.

Newcastle United were took a point at the Emirates Stadium but Howe feels his team could have even had more.

"I don't think there were many periods in the game where we were totally OK. I don't think we quite were but that's credit to Arsenal for forcing us deep." You saw good teamwork and a collective effort. We could have done a bit better with but the lads gave everything. "Our defensive performance has been very good and that's full credit to everyone. The stalemate leaves them nine points behind Mikel Arteta's side.

Ronaldo joined Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr following his November release from Manchester United. Shortly afterwards, reports from MARCA in Spain claimed ...

But the speculation regarding Ronaldo and Newcastle has been quashed. According to ESPN, Al Nassr labelled the report as 'fake' while Newcastle also dismissed the story. Ronaldo joined Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr following his November release from Manchester United.

Cristiano Ronaldo has a clause in his contract with Al-Nassr which allows him to join Newcastle United on loan, according to reports in Spain.

It’s not the best way to go out is it?’ [check our sport page](https://metro.co.uk/sport/). [Marca](https://www.marca.com/en/football/2023/01/02/63b2df1b22601dd3108b45c7.html) report that in his lucrative deal with Al-Nassr, Ronaldo has the option of moving to Newcastle United on loan if they qualify for next season’s Champions League. [Manchester United](https://metro.co.uk/tag/manchester-united-fc/?ico=auto_link_sport_P3_LNK1) was terminated in November, Ronaldo had been aiming to join a club who are playing in the Champions League on a free transfer. [Cristiano Ronaldo](https://metro.co.uk/tag/cristiano-ronaldo/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK1) has a clause in his contract with Al-Nassr which allows him to join [Newcastle United](https://metro.co.uk/tag/newcastle-united-fc/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK2) on loan, according to reports in Spain. [Privacy Policy](https://metro.co.uk/privacypolicy/)

Ronaldo could make a loan move to Newcastle next season if they qualify for the Champions League.

Ryan is a staff writer for FourFourTwo, joining the team full-time in October 2022. A return to Sporting Lisbon, his first club, seemed logical, but they are only in the Europa League for the second half of the season. Regardless, the clause seemingly relies on Newcastle finishing in the top four of the Premier League.

All the latest Newcastle United news as the Magpies prepare for the Premier League restart and January transfer window.

With a League Cup semi-final within their reach and a top-four finish a real possibility, some Newcastle United fans would not dwell for too long should the Magpies suffer a shock exit at the hands of Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday evening. James' Park,](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/rumours-circulate-twitter-wwe-owner-6720992) returned to the organisation last week with it exploring “strategic alternatives” and media rights negotiations. My return will allow WWE, as well as any transaction counterparties, to engage in these processes knowing they will have the support of the controlling shareholder.” “WWE is entering a critical juncture in its history with the upcoming media rights negotiations coinciding with increased industry-wide demand for quality content and live events and with more companies seeking to own the intellectual property on their platforms,” said McMahon in a statement. [French star](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/allan-saint-maximin) could be involved as quickly as Tuesday night in the League Cup against Leicester City remains to be seen. As I just mentioned, Newcastle United may be one of the only clubs able to hire and fire their manager at will and that’s because they have endless amounts of money to spend." [Newcastle,](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/newcastle-united-fc) Howe said: “He's fine, that was the plan, to play 45. That is the view of his head coach Eddie Howe who has been impressed with the skipper's attitude despite a lack of game-time this term. The Toon are currently third in the Premier League table, two points ahead of Tottenham Hotspur in fifth having played the same number of games. The limits of Eddie Howe's squad - who went in against Sheffield Wednesday on the back of a heavy festive programme - were laid bare in the FA Cup as he made eight changes to his regular Premier League side. [Newcastle's](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/newcastle-united-fc) return to Premier League action. The Slovakian international had spent the first-half of the campaign on loan at Old Trafford, looking to usurp David De Gea and become the Red Devils number one, but a lack of game time saw him return to St.

Alan Shearer wasn't impressed by Mikel Arteta's behaviour during Arsenal's goalless draw with Newcastle United.

His pitchside behaviour is the scandal - nothing else.” Keys tweeted: “Seriously - when is someone going to get control of Mikel Arteta? They know they’re under pressure but when you see your manager behave like that on the touchline...”

Newcastle United are considering a move for Ivan Fresneda; Juventus and Borussia Dortmund are also interested in the 18-year-old right-back, ...

Fresneda's contract is up in 2025. Newcastle United remain in talks with Real Valladolid over the signing of right-back Ivan Fresneda. Newcastle United are in talks over a move for Ivan Fresneda; Juventus and Borussia Dortmund are also interested in the 18-year-old right-back, who was formerly of Real Madrid's youth academy