Both sides have been credited with a strong interest and both sides desire Isak for differing reasons. For Arsenal, they are desperate to bridge the gap to the title after missing out three years in a row and there is a lack of confidence that either Kai Havertz or Gabriel Jesus can produce.

Alexander Isak has been linked with a move to both Arsenal and Liverpool, but the Newcastle United striker says he can achieve all of his footballing ambitions at St James' Park

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has responded to intense transfer speculation linking him with Premier League giants Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea. Isak has been one of the best players in the English top-flight this season,