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“Alexander Isak didn’t just score a hat-trick, Arsenal should immediately break the bank and snatch him from Newcastle”- Arsenal to why they should break the bank and poach Alexander Isak from Newcastle United
If Alexander Isak’s performance on Saturday didn’t convince Arsenal that he’s the striker they should splash the cash on, it’s hard to see what would. Against Preston, Isak was a powerhouse, leaving the defenders helpless. He didn’t just net a hat-trick—those three goals capped off a stellar performance, as his statistics demonstrate.
Alexander Isak’s game by numbers vs. Ipswich:
9 touches in the opposition box
5 shots
5 shots on target
3 big chances
3 goals
2 chances created
That hat-trick brought his Premier League total to 10 goals this season, with 14 goal contributions (goals/assists) in 15 games.
Isak is undoubtedly a player Arsenal should pursue. Transfer expert David Ornstein recently shared on The Athletic podcast that Arsenal has long admired the Newcastle striker and would jump at the chance to sign him, despite the high price tag.
It was a missed opportunity in the summer of 2022 when Arsenal, who had Isak on their radar, failed to hijack his £63 million move to St. James’ Park. Now, they may have to pay even more for his services, but he’s worth every penny. Many doubted whether Isak could succeed in the Premier League, but with 41 goals in 67 appearances, he has more than proven his ability.
Arsenal can demonstrate their ambition to win the league by pursuing Isak. With Arteta’s team creating so many chances, they need a clinical finisher like him. Unlike Benjamin Sesko and Dusan Vlahovic, Isak is a player who would undoubtedly be excited to join Arteta’s project.
Newcastle should be presented with an irresistible transfer offer. They should accept it, and Arsenal will finally have their goal-scoring machine.
Isak is Premier League-proven, technically gifted, and a natural goal scorer. His presence alone strikes fear into defenders. If Arsenal is ever going to break their transfer record, it should be for him.
