When Sweden waltzed 5-1 over Northern Ireland in the World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday, Alexander Isak was of course behind one of the goals. Equally obviously, the Newcastle striker was crucial at Wembley when Liverpool had to concede to the crowd from St. James’ Park in the League Cup final. This is the striker Arsenal and Liverpool are looking for, the striker Newcastle can’t really afford to lose. Now it is reported that the two suitors are getting good news.
Caughtoffside’s sources “close to the situation” report Newcastle have been on the offensive to persuade Isak not to be distracted by offers from Arsenal and Liverpool, with the two Premier League rivals having the 25-year-old as their top priority signing this summer.
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Arsenal desperately need the striker who delivers 25-30 goals a season, Liverpool have a potential crater after Mo Salah that needs to be filled.
According to the sources, Newcastle have put the push towards an extension for Isak on hold. This comes after the Swede did not accept the initial offer of new terms. This, of course, has put the management at Arsenal and Liverpool on the edge of their office chair, ready to take advantage of the opportunity that may come in the coming months.
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