Arsenal have suffered a major blow in their pursuit of Alexander Isak, with Newcastle United reportedly increasing their asking price amid his immense recent form. The Sweden international has been on Arsenal’s radar for several years and his situation at St James’ Park is being monitored by the Gunners’ hierarchy as they look to sign a new centre forward.

Newcastle star Alexander Isak has been heavily linked with a move to Arsenal this month as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his forward ranks.

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Isak’s latest contribution, a deflected 34th-minute strike and a cool finish after being picked out by Bruno Guimaraes 12 minutes after the break, laid the foundation for victory over Wolves before he set up Anthony Gordon to cement the win 24 hours after Liverpool, Nottingham Forest, Chelsea and Manchester City all dropped points.

Alexander Isak continued his sensational form as he scored for the eighth game running - setting himself apart from Newcastle United icon Alan Shearer in the process

Every man and his dog has waxed lyrical over Sandro Tonali's genius move to a new role in Newcastle United's midfield of late - but it is time to give Bruno Guimaraes his flowers after proving equally as impressive since enjoying extra freedom in Eddie Howe's in-form setup.

Alexander Isak scored for the eighth straight Premier League game Wednesday to propel Newcastle into the top four. The Sweden international struck twice in a 3-0 victory over Wolverhampton to take his season total to 17 in all competitions.

Alexander Isak remains a player in demand, but the Newcastle star is unlikely to be moving to Arsenal after his new transfer fee was revealed.The Swedish attacker is in a rich vain of goalscoring

From thunderous efforts which burst the net and powerful headers which leave keepers well beaten, to tap-ins which show all the know-how of a classic goalscorer, Isak has it all. He's also weighed in with his fair share of assists already,

Newcastle United supporters watched with glee as the Swede netted for the eight consecutive top-flight fixture in a row. His brace helped the Magpies down Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-0 at St James’ Park.