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 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.

Arsenal are among the clubs who have ‘huge admiration’ for Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, journalist David Ornstein has revealed. The England international only signed a new long-term deal with Newcastle in October, but he certainly has not gone off Premier League heavyweights’ radar.

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

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