A flatlining season, star players on the way out and uncertainty over Howe’s future: Why Newcastle arrive at Arsenal as a shadow of their former selves… and how the Saudis can lift the Toon mood, writes CRAIG HOPE

It was three years ago, at Arsenal, that Newcastle's s***-housery helped them hold the league leaders…

Anthony Gordon could miss Newcastle’s match at Arsenal as injury forces him out of training – with winger looking set to leave this summer

Anthony Gordon is a doubt for Newcastle's trip to Arsenal after missing training on Tuesday, while…