Alexander Isak's world-class performance move United closer to Wembley and he should make Arsenal return to the January transfer drawing board.

Here are five things we spotted in Arsenal's 2-0 Carabao Cup semi-final first leg defeat against Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday evening

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak received a warm reception from Arsenal supporters on his arrival at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday.

Arsenal want to sign a striker in the January transfer window, but Newcastle star Alexander Isak and Wolves' Matheus Cunha now appear to be out of reach this month

It’s 14 long years since Newcastle United returned to Tyneside with a victory against Arsenal in North London and the Magpies may have to wait to end that sorry streak when they face the Gunners in their Carabao Cup semi-final, first leg at the Emirates Stadium.

Wasteful Gunners are crying out for a striker of such clinical quality as long-term target continues incredible scoring run

Alexander Isak has brushed off rumours linking him with the likes of Arsenal and Liverpool and insists talk of a supposed £150million price tag ‘doesn’t really faze him too much’. The 25-year-old forward has enjoyed an outstanding start to the Premier League season, racking up 12 goals and four assists in his opening 17 appearances for Newcastle.