Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has made it clear that Randal Kolo Muani does not fit the striker profile he envisions for his team. However, recent reports suggest that there is one centre-forward who has caught the attention of the Spanish technician.
As revealed TransfersEnrique sees Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak as a key target for his tactical scheme, praising the Swedish forward’s exceptional speed, technical refinement and clinical finishing as an ideal complement to the attacking strategy he seeks to establish at PSG .
In related news, CaughtOffside reports that Arsenal and Chelsea are monitoring Isak’s situation at St. James’ Park, although both clubs are reluctant to meet Newcastle’s high £115million valuation for the 24-year-old sensation.
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Isak has been in great form this season, scoring 13 goals and providing four assists in 20 appearances in all competitions. Despite the growing interest, Newcastle remain determined to hold on to their star striker.
At a recent press conference, Eddie Howe expressed concerns reminiscent of last summer when the club were “forced” to part ways with players to comply with the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Regulations. His comments come in light of Arsenal’s continued interest in the in-form Isak, who once again found the net in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Tottenham.
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“Commercial logic takes precedence over footballing logic. Although there may be footballing decisions that one would wish to pursue,” Howe mused as Newcastle prepared for their Carabao Cup semi-final against Arsenal, as reported by The Mirror.
“No event was more significant than last summer when we had to part ways with two extremely promising young talents — it was beyond our control. This situation illustrates how business can overshadow Football. I think that we are still navigating this dilemma.”
Graeme Bailey, chief correspondent of TBR Footballalso noted that Isak is inclined to stay at Newcastle during the January transfer window, despite interest from Arsenal and Chelsea.
However, the Magpies remain cautious about the longer-term scenario, recognizing that failing to secure Champions League football this season could complicate efforts to keep stars like Isak and Bruno Guimarães this summer.
Currently under contract until 2028, Isak’s trajectory appears to be on the rise, with Luke Edwards reporting from Telegraph indicating that Newcastle have posted a whopping £150million price tag on their star striker.
