Newcastle United will reportedly demand a price point of €150 million to consider selling star striker Alexander Isak, with Arsenal interested.
According to Fichajes, Newcastle United are ready to slap a hefty nine-figure price tag on Alexander Isak should suitors approach them. Arsenal is one of those very much interested in the Swedish forward, as it would take a figure of €150 million to tempt the Magpies to part company with their main man.
Arsenal have suffered against Newcastle United this season, as the defeat on Wednesday night in the EFL Cup semifinal second leg was their third against this opposition. Eddie Howe has Alexander Isak to thank for this domination against a particular club, with the Swedish star once again a catalyst for the Magpies.
Isak has been one of Mikel Arteta’s top striker targets, as they have kept constant tabs on his situation. The Gunners did not bring a new forward in January after a failed bid for Ollie Watkins, although they are reportedly keen to tempt the Aston Villa man again in the summer.
Benjamin Sesko is also of extreme interest to Arsenal, as the Slovenian is also a player that Arteta heavily admires. However, Isak is considered their top priority in the summer, with the Gunners willing to fork out a hefty fee to tempt Newcastle United.
Newcastle United have reportedly slapped a hefty nine-figure price tag on the 25-year-old striker, with the story suggesting they will demand at least €150 million to consider offers. Whether Arsenal are in a position to pay that much remains to be seen, but they could become a front-runner should the north Londoners convince the striker over a move.
Alexander Isak’s Newcastle United future in doubt
Newcastle United are keen to reward Isak with a new contract, and while they are necessarily leaning towards keeping him, a large enough offer could tempt him. The significant factor is their inability to qualify for next season’s Champions League, as the Magpies will be in a more substantial position to keep hold of the Swede in case they finish in the top four.
Meanwhile, Arsenal’s pressure could also have a telling effect on Isak and his desire to sign a new deal at St James Park. The firm belief points towards Champions League football being imperative for Newcastle United to keep hold, as the Gunners could have the financial muscle to invest heavily in the 25-year-old striker next summer.
