Arsenal and Chelsea boosted in striker pursuit as Newcastle see £18m bid rejected

Newcastle fail in Alexandre Lacazette bid

 

That is according to French newspaper L'Equipe, who claim the Ligue 1 club have knocked back the Magpies opening offer of £18million.

The France international has scored eight goals in all competitions this term, following on from his 31 goals last season.

 

While Newcastle have struggled in front of goal, having found the back of the net just 19 times in 20 Premier League outings this season

But it is thought that Lyon are holding out for at least £25m if they are to sell their star striker in January.