Arsenal could miss out on Mikel Arteta’s top goalkeeping target with Newcastle reportedly closing in on a deal for Espanyol’s Joan Garcia. Garcia has been a standout performer in La Liga this season, and the presence of a €25 million release clause has attracted attention from many sides including Manchester United, Real Madrid and Aston Villa. Newcastle are ‘on the verge’ of winning the race for Garcia and beating their rivals to his signature. It is believed that the Magpies are willing to quickly activate his release clause to seal a deal.