Newcastle United are reportedly still active in the January transfer window - with Alexander Isak's future also a key talking point

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe called striker Alexander Isak outstanding on Saturday after his two goals against Southampton put the Sweden international firmly in the race for the Premier League golden boot.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe happy to give in-form Alexander Isak freedom - The striker moved on to 15 for the season in the Premier League with two goals in the first half at St Mary’s.

Liverpool is being linked with a sensational move for Alexander Isak - although Newcastle is not about to make things easy for the Reds. The Swedish international has been in sensational form this season,

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe stated that he's 'desperate' to keep Alexander Isak. Howe doesn’t want to lose Isak despite pressure to comply with the Premier League's strict PSR rules. Howe emphasized Isak's importance to the team, highlighting his contributions and potential for future success.

The Magpies also don’t need to sell. With strong financial backing, Newcastle can afford to keep their top players. They are building for the future, and Isak is a key part of that plan. Newcastle fans will hope the club stands firm. If Arsenal want Isak, they will have to do much better than this.

Eddie Howe said Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak will be given the freedom he needs to keep up his remarkable goalscoring form.

Newcastle United face a transfer dilemma after it emerged Arsenal are now tracking two of Eddie Howe’s key players. The Gunners are in the market for fresh attacking talent, with their title challenge fading this season amid a perceived lack of firepower.

Against Southampton, Isak managed to display at least seven types of movement — it is this variety which is key to his game.

Erling Haaland has signed a new nine-and-a-half-year deal at Manchester City - now Eddie Howe has been asked if Newcastle United will do the same with Alexander Isak.

Chris Waddle has urged Newcastle United to resist any transfer interest in Alexander Isak this January window as he continues to remain one of the hottest properties in European football.

Football Insider has been told by Keith Wyness that Newcastle will have a "big, big problem" in contract renewal talks with Alexander Isak.