Newcastle striker Alexander Isak has been linked with a move to Liverpool in the summer transfer window and his future could depend on Champions League qualification

A look at the latest Newcastle United news and transfer speculation ahead of today's clash with Nottingham Forest

Is Alexander Isak’s Future at Newcastle in Doubt? Liverpool and Arsenal Linked to MoveNewcastle United’s Alexander Isak has been one of the standout performers in the Premier League this season,

It's not just the front three, of course. Eddie Howe's side have attacking threats throughout, be it Bruno Guimaraes pulling the strings, Joelinton bursting into the box, extra width from Lewis Hall, Kieran Trippier and Tino Livramento, or Sandro Tonali timing his arrival in the area to perfect effect.

Alexander Isak was already a top-class striker, but he has quickly become one of football’s most desirable forwards this season. His 26 goal involvements in all competitions this campaign have seen the likes of fellow league rivals Arsenal and Chelsea sniffing around the Swede,

Alexander Isak has been constantly linked with a move to Arsenal in recent months, but the importance of Champions League qualification as a factor in him leaving Newcastle has been questioned

Alexander Isak cannot stop scoring, and as a result the speculation surrounding a possible future away from Newcastle United continues to heat up. Isak's brace was a pivotal part of his side being able to weather a late Nottingham Forest fightback from 4-1 down to take all three points in a seven goal thriller.