Aston Villa have scored 73 Premier League goals this season, their most in a single top-flight campaign since 1976-77 (76 goals). Chelsea have won just one of their past 19 Premier League games against sides starting the day in the top four (D7 L11), winning 4-1 at Tottenham in November this season.

It is understood that the Magpies tried to sign the 24-year-old in 2023, but he opted against moving away from Stamford Bridge at the time. The report adds that Spurs' healthier financial situation gives them an edge over Newcastle, although it remains to be seen whether they can finalise a deal for the player.

Here are the key facts and figures from Arsenal's home win over Chelsea in the Premier League on Tuesday. Arsenal recorded their biggest ever victory against Chelsea across all competitions (5-0), while this was the Blues' heaviest defeat in a London derby since losing 6-0 to Queens Park Rangers in March 1986.