Arsenal need more firepower in their attack, and they have set their sights on Newcastle’s star striker Alexander Isak. The Swedish sensation has earned comparisons to Arsenal legend Thierry Henry with his stunning performances this season.
Isak has scored 10 goals in 13 league starts, more than any Arsenal player at the halfway point of the campaign. He has been a revelation for Newcastle since joining them in 2022 for a whopping £65 million, netting 20 goals in 30 starts.
Arsenal are looking for a solution to their goal-scoring problems in the transfer market, and Isak is a prime target. They have faced difficulties with Victor Osimhen and Ivan Toney, making Isak a more attractive option
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Arsenal could take advantage of Newcastle’s financial woes to land Isak in the summer. Darren Eales, the Magpies’ CEO, admitted that the club needs to make smart player sales for their long-term future, taking into account factors like contract length and financial benefits.
Newcastle are in a tight spot financially, despite the injection of cash from the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF). Isak, who is the club’s star player and poster boy, is attracting attention, and he has received praise from Alan Shearer, who sees similarities to Thierry Henry.
Shearer praised Isak’s playing style, highlighting his resemblance to Henry’s speed, elegance, and movement. Isak’s recent goal, which reminded fans of Henry’s classic finishes, showed what Arsenal are missing in their attack.
Arsenal have struggled to create such moments, and they are the lowest scorers among the top five teams. Isak could bring the dynamic goal-scoring flair that Arsenal urgently need if he joins them at the Emirates Stadium.
