Arsenal narrowly missed out on the Premier League title this season, but they are determined to move past the disappointment and focus on the next campaign. Manager Mikel Arteta has emphasized the need to prioritize signing a striker before the pre-season tour begins.

According to The Independent, Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak and Ajax’s Brian Brobbey are top targets on Arsenal’s shortlist. Additionally, Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres is a potential option, though Chelsea might also be vying for his signature.

Regarding Isak, Arsenal understands that Newcastle may be reluctant to sell the Swedish forward this summer, prompting the club to consider alternative options.

In the January transfer window, Arsenal attempted to acquire Brentford’s Ivan Toney to boost their attacking lineup. However, they were deterred by Brentford’s £100 million ($127m) asking price and have since shifted their focus away from Toney.

Arsenal’s pre-season kicks off on July 27 in the United States against Manchester United, and Arteta is hopeful that a new striker will be secured by then.

Alexander Isak

This season he played in total 30 times for 2266 minutes for Premier League.

Alexander Isak scored 21 goals for Newcastle United. He procured two assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.

His team is currently 6th in Premier League. In the last match Newcastle United won 4-2 against Brentford.

Newcastle United performance and stats

Newcastle United is currently 6th in the Premier League with 57 points.

In the last 38 games, it has won 18 times, drawn 6 times, and lost 14 times. In its last match, Newcastle United won 2-4 against Brentford.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 79 goals and conceding 57.​

Arsenal performance and stats

Arsenal is currently 2nd in the Premier League with 86 points.

In the last 38 games, it has won 28 times, drawn 5 times, and lost 5 times. In its last match, Arsenal won 2-1 against Everton.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 89 goals and conceding 28.​