Arsenal are fully focused on pursuing Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, after the Sweden international tormented them in their last Premier League encounter on Saturday.
The Gunners have pinpointed the 25-year-old as their primary transfer target, aiming to strengthen their attack with a proven goal-scorer to help match Manchester City’s top striker as soon as next January. According to *TEAMtalk*, Arsenal view Isak as the perfect addition for Mikel Arteta’s squad, hoping he can increase competition for forwards Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus.
In a tight Premier League title race with Manchester City and Liverpool, Arsenal’s leadership believes that adding extra firepower could be crucial in their quest for the title.
Sources have shared with *TEAMtalk* that Isak may be open to a move, as he’s reportedly concerned about Newcastle’s progress and wants consistent European football. Despite his strong contributions since joining Newcastle from Real Sociedad in 2022—including 21 Premier League goals last season—Isak is said to be keen on a club with regular Champions League participation and title aspirations. Arsenal, with their title ambitions and Champions League presence, fits that bill.
While Newcastle have Isak under contract until 2028 and consider him one of their highest earners, *TEAMtalk* reports “major doubts” that his camp is interested in an extension anytime soon. This uncertainty has put him firmly on Arsenal’s radar, making him their “dream target,” according to sources close to the club.
Although a January transfer is unlikely, a significant bid—reportedly over £100m—could make Newcastle reconsider next summer. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has expressed his reluctance to part with Isak, calling him a “difference-maker” for the club. However, financial constraints related to FFP could push Newcastle to entertain a substantial offer.
For now, Newcastle have no intention of accepting bids for Isak in January, given his importance to Howe’s project and the team’s ambitions this season. However, if Arsenal were to return in the summer with a hefty offer—potentially around £120m—the Newcastle hierarchy might face a tough decision. Such a large sum would provide a substantial opportunity to reinvest in the squad and bolster their lineup across all positions for the coming season.
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