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The future of Alexander Isak is becoming one of the transfer sagas of the summer(Image: Stu Forster, Getty Images)

Arsenal put themselves out of the race to sign Alexander Isak after his worrying injury record proved to be too off-putting.

As the transfer saga unfolds, a cautionary tale has emerged in the form of Arsenal's reason for deciding not to pursue him – a point similar to one made by ex-Match of the Day host Gary Lineker last year.

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At one point, Isak was seen as one of Mikel Arteta's dream transfer targets for Arsenal.



This record, coupled with his hefty transfer fee, is believed to be the reason behind Arsenal ending their interest.

It's understood the Gunners considered his record-breaking Premier League price tag and his absence record, and they decided the risk was too great.

At the start of last season, Lineker also pointed to Isak's injuries as a potential problem for any new club interested in him.

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Last year, on the Rest is Football podcast, Lineker highlighted the Scandinavian's injury record as a potential stumbling block for interested clubs.

He stated: "17 goals in 24 Premier League appearances.

However, there's been plenty of activity at St James' Park in the transfer window.

Isak did not travel with Newcastle for their pre-season tour of Asia(Image: 2025 Newcastle United)

They're currently vying with Manchester United for Benjamin Sesko, who's seen as a potential replacement for Isak.
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