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 is looking to create his own history at Newcastle United heading into Sunday’s Carabao Cup final against Liverpool.

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