Alexander Isak is thought to be a summer transfer target for Arsenal, but Newcastle are planning to open talks with their star striker over a new and improved contract

Newcastle United intend to reward Alexander Isak for another sensational season with a new long-term contract in the summer and remain adamant the striker is not for sale at any price.

Newcastle United face a transfer dilemma after it emerged Arsenal are now tracking two of Eddie Howe’s key players. The Gunners are in the market for fresh attacking talent, with their title challenge fading this season amid a perceived lack of firepower.

Newcastle are reportedly interested in signing a top striker who enjoyed a stellar audition against Liverpool this week, potentially indicating that they are open to letting Alexander Isak join Arsena

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta saw his side slip up again in the title race and the pressure is growing on the club hierarchy to sign a new attacking player in the transfer window

COMMENT: Arsenal may not have the funds to sign Alexander Isak, but Mikel Arteta could be tempted by another striker similar to the Newcastle star.

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Liverpool is being linked with a sensational move for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak, although the Reds won't have an easy time trying to take him away from St James' Park