Isak to Arsenal or Liverpool? Romano makes SHOCK prediction

Tom Weber

Updated: 14 Mar 2025 13:07 CDT
4 min read

Newcastle will find it 'complicated' to keep hold of Alexander Isak and Bruno Guimaraes in the summer, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Magpies are facing a hugely important final few months of the season. On Sunday, they are vying for their first major piece of silverware since 1955 when they take on Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final.

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According to former Liverpool player Stephen Warnock, it is a game that could have huge implications for the future of Alexander Isak, as he exclusively told FootballTransfers.

Liverpool are one of the clubs interested in the Swede and we understand that they are his most realistic destination should he become available in the summer.

Isak also features prominently on Arsenal's shortlist, but Benjamin Sesko is seen as better value for money, FootballTransfers revealed on Friday. Either way, Newcastle do not want to sell the 25-year-old under any circumstances and are actively trying to extend his contract.

© IMAGO - Lewis Hall, Alexander Isak and Bruno Guimaraes

Romano makes Isak prediction

However, Newcastle's hand could be forced if they fail to qualify for the Champions League. They are currently sixth in the Premier League, level on points with Man City. Finishing fifth should be enough to get into Europe's premier competition, but only five points separate fifth and tenth.

Midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has also been in the news a lot lately as he is once again attracting attention. Arsenal have been mooted as a potential option, although we understand that their admiration is more historic than contemporary.

Nevertheless, transfer insider Fabrizio Romano predicts that it will be hugely difficult for Newcastle to keep hold of their two most prized possessions this summer.

"Newcastle will do their best to keep their stars for sure, but it won’t be easy," Romano told GIVEMESPORT. "Big proposals are coming, especially for Isak. It will be complicated to keep both."