Barcelona to battle Arsenal for Premier League striker

Barcelona to battle Arsenal for Premier League striker

Faruq Ibrahim 23:49 - 01.12.2024

Barcelona have been linked with a move for a Premier League shine.

Barcelona are famously in the striker market and have now added Newcastle pointman Alexander Isak to their wish list. 

The 25-year-old has previously been on Barcelona's radar when he was at Real Sociedad. However, Newcastle, with the influx of PIF’s cash, beat the rest of Europe to signing the Sweden international.                                                                                                    

Isak’s profile and popularity have risen since joining the Magpies, and with Eddie Howe’s side yet to make the speculated jump towards being one of the topmost sides in the division and Europe at large, the former Dortmund striker is said to be angling for a move.  

Barcelona's chances 

With Robert Lewandowski’s advanced age and Vitor Roque’s struggles, the Blaugrana are monitoring the situation of the striker market. 

According to a report from Spanish publication MD, the timeline to sign the Pole’s replacement is next summer, it the one after it.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak loves to prove managers wrong.

Sporting director Deco has begun compiling a list, and according to the report, Isak’s name is on it. The striker's desire to leave has meant clubs are circling around him like sharks, one of which is Arsenal. 

The Gunners are said to be eyeing Isak and might have to battle LALIGA leaders Barcelona for his signature.

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