Although he was a trainee with the Gunners, he didn't make a Premiership match, and after loan moves to Brentford and Brighton he signed for Reading.Reports say Sidwell has attracted the interest of a number of Premiership clubs, but Newcastle have emerged as favourites to sign him ahead of Aston Villa, Everton, Middlesbrough, Manchester City and Spurs.
The Guardian: "It is believed that preliminary talks have already been held with Newcastle and that Sidwell favours a move to the north-east."