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.

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

COMMENT: Arsenal may not have the funds to sign Alexander Isak, but Mikel Arteta could be tempted by another striker similar to the Newcastle star.

Arsenal have been handed a significant boost in their pursuit of Newcastle United forward Alexander Isak. The Gunners have held a long-term interest in the Sweden international, but valuations far north of £100million,

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