Over the past few years, Newcastle United have steadily built up their reputation in the Premier League. From being a mid-table side, they are now competing regularly for a spot in the top four.

There’s reason for hope, though. “Newcastle are targeting RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko, who has been linked with several European clubs this summer,” suggests the club has its eyes on top-tier talent. Sesko is dynamic, raw, and full of upside. If paired with a player like Larsen, the duo could even rival Isak’s individual impact.

However, it was Arsenal's 15-year-old academy products, midfielder Max Downman and centre-back Marli Salmon, who also impressed with their cameos and were the main subject of Arteta's post-match press conference, with the mood surrounding the club fairly postive.

Newcastle United could hardly be having a worse summer window as they continually miss out on transfer target after transfer transfer. The 2024/25 campaign ended on such a high for the Magpies as

The striker, whose existing deal runs until 2028, has reportedly asked to explore a move away amid links to Liverpool.

In a recent post on X, renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano mentioned that Liverpool remain keen on signing Newcastle United centre-forward Alexander Isak. It has been revealed that the Reds are still showing interest in the Swedish striker and could move in for him if they sell Luis Diaz this summer.

According to reports, Alexander Isak has received a 'whopping offer' to leave Newcastle United amid interest from Premier League rivals Liverpool.

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal face Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United in a pre-season friendly match in Singapore on Sunday 27 July.