Transfer talk surrounding Gabriel Martinelli is intensifying, with reports suggesting Newcastle are monitoring the Arsenal forward closely. The player has caught the attention of several scouts as other clubs prepare for a potentially active transfer window. Barcelona, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich remain in the background, but for now, Newcastle are leading the way in ongoing talks. So far this season, Newcastle are averaging 1.43 goals scored per game (40 goals /28 games), close to the Premier League average. Gabriel Martinelli would be expected to help them push higher and add more variety in attack. Alongside this, Arsenal are said to be exploring Finn Jeltsch, Senny Mayulu and Jack Hinshelwood with Newcastle likewise connected to Nicolo Barella, Bart Verbruggen and Hugo Bueno. Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom and get the latest Newcastle transfer news and rumours direct to your feed.