BREAKING Alexander Isak makes drastic Newcastle transfer decision amid Arsenal links

Arsenal transfer target Alexander Isak has reportedly informed Newcastle United that he wants to explore a move away from the club this summer.

The Daily Mail has claimed that the club's hierarchy are aware of the striker's wish to consider his options. Isak has not travelled with the rest of the Newcastle squad for their pre-season tour of the Far East.

Isak has three years left on his deal on Tyneside but has constantly been linked with a move away. The Gunners have long tracked the 25-year-old and were tipped to make a move this summer.

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Mikel Arteta's men have instead moved for Viktor Gyokeres with Liverpool said to be interested in the Sweden international. However, the Premier League champions have just announced the £79million signing of Hugo Ekitike.

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