Alexander Isak reveals whether he’d like to move to London

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Arsenal’s pursuit of a world-class striker has zeroed in on Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, a long-term target for Mikel Arteta.

The 25-year-old Swedish forward, likened to Thierry Henry for his pace and finishing, has scored an impressive 23 Premier League goals in 33 appearances this season, making him a prime candidate to solve Arsenal’s attacking woes.

With the iconic No. 14 shirt vacant, Isak could inherit the legacy of the Arsenal legend, as noted by Nedum Onuoha on BBC Sport. However, recent developments suggest significant obstacles to securing his signature.

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According to a May 21, 2025, report from Express.co.uk, Isak tops Arteta’s wishlist, with Arsenal prepared to break their transfer record, potentially exceeding the £100m paid for Declan Rice.

Recent reports confirm Isak’s openness to a move to London, backed by universal support from Arsenal’s hierarchy. Yet Newcastle’s £120-150m valuation poses a major challenge, potentially consuming most of Arsenal’s transfer budget.

This financial strain is compounded by interest in other targets like Martin Zubimendi and Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres.

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Newcastle’s Eddie Howe has expressed frustration at persistent transfer rumors, per The Mirror on May 17, 2025, emphasising Isak’s happiness at Newcastle and their Champions League ambitions.

A groin injury sidelined Isak for Newcastle’s recent clash against Arsenal, but Howe dismissed surgery concerns, signaling the striker’s importance to their plans. Football.london on May 19, 2025, noted that Newcastle’s failure to secure Champions League football could open the door for Arsenal, though the Magpies are already scouting replacements like RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko.

For Arsenal fans, Isak represents the clinical No. 9 needed to challenge for the Premier League title, but the hefty price tag and Newcastle’s reluctance make the deal a high-stakes gamble. Will Arteta’s dream signing become reality, or will Arsenal pivot to more affordable options?

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