Alexander Isak is still riding the high of Newcastle United’s Carabao Cup win over Liverpool on Sunday. Like several of his teammates, he hasn’t even returned to the city yet, heading straight

Alexander Isak says there are no concrete discussions over a new contract with Newcastle United but insists there have been no talks over a move away from St James’ Park. The Sweden international has enhanced his reputation as one of the finest strikers around with 23 goals this season – the latest clinching the Carabao Cup on a historic day for Newcastle at Wembley on Sunday against Liverpool.

When asked about Arsenal’s interest, Isak underlined his happiness at Newcastle and reiterated his desire to qualify for the Champions League, a competition the Gunners are all but guaranteed to qualify for while the Magpies remain in a fight to confirm their spot for next season.