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Arsenal Transfer Blow: Alexander Isak's Move Faces New Roadblock After Latest Newcastle United Injury Update
Arsenal's transfer pursuit of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United has taken a fresh twist, with the Gunners now set to face a significant roadblock ahead of the January transfer window. The recent injury setback in the attacking department for Newcastle United further complicates matters for Arsenal's potential move for the Swedish striker.
Arsenal's Title Hopes in Jeopardy Amid Injury Woes
With Arsenal currently six points off the top of the Premier League table, the Gunners are certainly in a developing title battle. The critical issue, though, has been at the striker position, with Mikel Arteta's squad lacking an out-and-out natural striker. Kai Havertz has mostly led the line for Arsenal, an attacking midfielder by nature, and that reliance on him and Bukayo Saka-both tied on five league goals this season-means a true No.9 is needed in high urgency.
Why Arsenal Could Target Alexander Isak in January
Given Arsenal's lack of a central striker, rumors about the club pursuing Newcastle's Alexander Isak have been growing louder. Isak has been a consistent performer at the Premier League level, netting 37 goals in 65 appearances for Newcastle since joining from Real Sociedad two-and-a-half years ago. His impressive strike rate makes him an ideal candidate to bolster Arsenal's attacking options in the second half of the season.
Newcastle's Financial Problems and Potential to Sell Players
However, the latest update from Newcastle manager Eddie Howe suggests that any move for Isak could face complications. Howe recently admitted that the club might be forced to sell one of their key players in the upcoming January window to meet the PSR set by the Premier League. It might make a potential deal for Isak a little easier, but it would be subject to an appropriate offer being made, of course.
Howe commented, “The days when teams don't sell big players are gone. I think our revenue streams aren't where we want them to be. We're still trying to grow them, so I think trading in and out is going to be essential.” This statement opens the door for Arsenal to make a move, but the injury to key players at Newcastle complicates the situation.
How Arsenal Can Sign Isak in January
With Arsenal desperate for a clinical striker and Isak proving his worth at Premier League level, the interest of the Gunners is likely to remain there. Still, Newcastle's injury concerns and financial constraints may complicate or delay the transfer of Isak.
Arsenal will, therefore, be monitoring the situation with a lot of keen interest as they pursue the services of a top-tier striker to help their title charge this season.
