Arsenal full back Jurrien Timber has undergone ankle surgery while centre back William Saliba will also miss the club's last game of the season with a hamstring issue, manager Mikel Arteta said on Wednesday.

John: Both sides were dreadful. Newcastle had the majority of the chances in the first half with a depleted squad. Isak, despite misfiring of late, would have been far more of a threat than past-it Wilson. Arsenal were poor too, though. A dull watch all round.

Arsenal's win over Newcastle all but confirms second place, but another trophyless season is taking its tolll.

Callum Wilson, who has endured a rotten run of injuries himself, led the line for the visitors at the Emirates. In stark contrast to Newcastle’s misfortune, Arsenal were able to welcome Kai Havertz back to his first matchday squad since suffering a severe hamstring injury in January.

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Newcastle star Anthony Gordon this summer. Mikel Arteta is expected to orchestrate a major rebuild of his ranks over the coming months, with reinforcements being eyed in several departments.

Arsenal and Chelsea are reportedly both interested in signing Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, who is valued at roughly €95 million (£80m).

Previewing Arsenal's Premier League battle with Newcastle. Includes how to watch on TV, team news, score prediction and full build-up.

Alexander Isak, Kieran Trippier, Joelinton and Lewis Hall were missing from Sunday's 1-0 defeat at the Emirates Stadium, while Sven Botman and Joe Willock's match fitness is lacking. As such, Howe has limited options at his disposal.