Isak not thinking about future ahead of Carabao Cup final

The 25-year-old Sweden international’s form has seen him repeatedly linked with a move away from St James’ Park with Arsenal among the destinations persistently touted.

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak has put talk of his future on hold ahead of Sunday’s Carabao Cup final (Owen Humphreys/PA)

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak has put talks over his future on hold as he attempts to help end the club’s 70-year wait for a domestic trophy in Sunday’s Carabao Cup final clash with Liverpool.

The 25-year-old Sweden international’s scintillating goalscoring form – he has 22 to his name so far this season – has seen him repeatedly linked with a move away from St James’ Park with Arsenal among the destinations persistently touted.