Barcelona Set Sights on £115M-Rated Newcastle Star Amid PSG’s Transfer Interest | OneFootball

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has made it clear that Randal Kolo Muani isn’t the type of striker he’s looking for. However, a recent report has revealed that there is one forward who has caught Enrique’s eye.

According to Fichajes, Enrique views Alexander Isak of Newcastle United as a key target for his project. The Spanish coach is impressed by the Swedish striker’s pace, technical ability, and finishing, all of which he believes would suit the offensive system he plans to implement at PSG.

At the same time, CaughtOffside reported that Arsenal and Chelsea are both monitoring Isak, though neither club is willing to meet Newcastle’s £115 million asking price for the 24-year-old.

Isak has been in fine form during the 2024-25 season, scoring 14 goals and providing four assists in 21 appearances across all competitions. Despite the increasing interest, Newcastle is determined to keep their star forward.

Could PSG face competition from another club for Alexander Isak?

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TBR Football’s chief correspondent Graeme Bailey reported on Thursday, citing sources, that Barcelona have been keeping an eye on Isak in recent weeks.

The report suggests that Hansi Flick’s team has sent scouts to several matches, including the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final against Arsenal, to assess Isak, who has been described as “unstoppable.”

Barcelona are preparing to part ways with 36-year-old Robert Lewandowski this summer, with Erling Haaland long considered president Joan Laporta’s ideal replacement.

However, Haaland is expected to sign an extension with Manchester City in the coming months. As a result, Barcelona are exploring other options to succeed Lewandowski, and Isak has left a strong impression on them.