Fulham identify Emile Smith Rowe as one of their summer priorities

Fulham have identified Arsenal playmaker Emile Smith Rowe as one of their summer transfer priorities, according to The Telegraph.

The 23-year-old has struggled for regular first-team play over the past two seasons with the Gunners under Mikel Arteta.

Smith Rowe managed just over 700 minutes during his time and he could move on this summer.

It is now reported that Fulham are interested in signing him to strengthen their attack as they look to build on their mid-table finishes.

Smith Rowe set to leave Arsenal this summer

Smith Rowe was once considered one of the academy's top talents. He was a key player at the start of Arteta's managerial reign.

However, the Englishman was left out of the starting XI with the emergence of Gabriel Martinelli from the left-wing role.

Smith Rowe has since fallen down the pecking order due to additional competition for places.

The signings of Leandro Trossard and Kai Havertz have further limited his chances of breaking into the manager's exit plans.

Arteta said Smith Rowe was “a joy to watch” against Luton Town earlier this year, but he may not be at the club beyond the summer.

Arsenal will likely recoup funds from player sales to increase their purchasing power.

Smith Rowe would represent pure profit for them as far as the rules of profitability and sustainability are concerned as it evolves.

The club rejected a £30 million bid from Aston Villa for him three years ago, but are unlikely to turn down a similar proposal this time around.

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