Arsenal’s pursuit of Alexander Isak looks increasingly unlikely, according to journalist David Ornstein. The Gunners have long admired the Swedish striker, who has been in fantastic form for Newcastle United this season, but his price tag is now seen as too high for the Gunners.
Isak joined Newcastle from Real Sociedad and has quickly established himself as one of the Premier League’s most effective forwards. His movement, technical ability, and eye for goal have made him a key part of Eddie Howe’s side, and his performances have drawn interest from several top European clubs.
Arsenal has had him on their shortlist for some time, hoping to sign a forward capable of competing with or replacing Gabriel Jesus. However, Ornstein believes the Magpies are not prepared to let Isak leave unless a massive offer arrives, and this could price the Gunners out of a deal.
Speaking via Goal.com, Ornstein said: “They [Arsenal] will look to strengthen in attack with players such as Viktor Gyokeres of Sporting, Benjamin Sesko on the radar. I don’t think Alexander Isak is going to be realistic, nor the likes of Victor Osimhen and any other names you hear swirling around.”
Newcastle reportedly value Isak at close to €200 million, a figure that would shatter Arsenal’s transfer record. Despite their growing ambition and improved financial power in recent years, the Gunners are not expected to meet such demands.
With Isak likely out of reach, Arsenal is expected to turn their attention to alternatives. Gyokeres and Sesko have both impressed this season and are younger, potentially more affordable options who still offer plenty of upside.
Isak would undoubtedly improve Arsenal’s attack, but unless Newcastle lower their demands, it appears the Gunners will be forced to look elsewhere for their marquee forward signing.
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I’d actually like us to sign two strikers, get a prolific one thats the current buzz like Gyokeres, Sesko, Ekitike etc, then also get an under the radar less costly one such as Delap or David. We could do both for under 100mil. I just don’t want us to find the answer in a number 9 then a season changing injury undo everything as per usual. Having two qualified numbers nine’s competing is what we need. Have Havertz cover Odegaard, its his position afterall, and Merino cover Rice. Bring in Zubimendi to challenge Partey.
Ofc he is ,Newcastle took the gamble and he’s now playing under a better manager in a team that are on the up with one of the best forward six in European football .
Only downside for them is PSR which was bought in from the red cartel (us included)to have control on teams like Newcastle and Villa to make sure they had little to no chance to get into the so called top six clubs ,fortunately for them they have nearly managed it .
Newcastle have more money than the entire prem league but have no chance to spend it .
I say good for them that they could get top 5 and I hope Villa and Forrest do aswell ,more of a lvl playing field from here on out .
They got Isak we got Havertz for the same monies ,who was more clever ?
Some food for thought – whichever striker comes he will arrive to complement Kai Havertz rather than come to render Kai a worthless dud. This is why iv no belief whatsoever in Gyokeres, Oshimen and the likes. Neither will whoever comes have a bigger profile than Saka (aka #1 Star boy), so let’s all not get too carried away. With this said I would expect Sesko, Ekitike, or Vlahovic any one of these three could assimilate into our team as well as compete with Havertz to score more goals.
Finally ill throw in Joao Pedro (Brighton) could facilitate by completing all those balls that Saka delivers into the final third area. He’d not break the bank were we to show an interest.
Our front line is dead. We need a minimum of 2 strikers> Kai Havertz is not a striker. Bring Gykeres and at least another striker who can also operate in the left wing.