Arsenal hold an interest in Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze, who would help solve that issue of having more creativity from the left. The 27-year-old is also capable of producing the “magic moments” that Arteta has claimed his team lacks. For several reasons, Isak joining Liverpool would ramp up the pressure on Arsenal to sign Eze.

Newcastle could be forced to cash in on Alexander Isak this summer, with Liverpool reportedly pursuing the star.

Alexander Isak could face an awkward early reunion with Newcastle if he completes a record-breaking move to Liverpool this summer