Arsenal ‘eye’ £43m Alexander Isak ‘alternative’ amid Newcastle United and Liverpool links

Arsenal have reportedly identified RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko as a potential alternative to Alexander Isak this summer if they are unable to agree a deal with Newcastle United for the Swedish international. Isak, who netted his 20th Premier League goal of the campaign at the weekend, has been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium in recent times, but has stressed he is happy at St James’ Park.

Isak had been identified by Arsenal as a way to improve their striking department, but Newcastle’s reluctance to sell and a likely price tag well in excess of £100m mean the Gunners may be forced to look elsewhere this summer. Viktor Gyokeres, who has 41 goals in 47 appearances in all competitions this season, has also emerged as a potential option for the Gunners.

However, Sesko will likely be the cheapest of the three and Arsenal could take advantage of a £43m release clause to sign him this summer. Sesko, who has been capped 27 times by Slovenia has scored 16 times for Leipzig in his first full season at the club following a move from RB Salzburg in the summer.

Sesko is widely regarded as the next hot prospect off the Red Bull talent production line and may make a move to one of Europe’s biggest clubs this summer. Reported interest from Arsenal may see him make a move to England whilst Newcastle United and Liverpool have also been credited with an interest in the striker who will turn 21-years-old at the end of this month.