Alexander Isak is relishing the opportunity of facing Liverpool once again after missing the recent meeting between the sides at Anfield.

The former Liverpool midfielder and ex-Newcastle striker look ahead to this Sunday's Carabao Cup final at Wembley between their old clubs

It’s fair to say Newcastle United couldn’t face a tougher opponent in the quest to end their 70-year domestic trophy drought.Liverpool are the Premier League champions in waiting, currently sitting 15 points clear at the top of the table.

Both sides have been credited with a strong interest and both sides desire Isak for differing reasons. For Arsenal, they are desperate to bridge the gap to the title after missing out three years in a row and there is a lack of confidence that either Kai Havertz or Gabriel Jesus can produce.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MARCH 02: Alexander Isak of Newcastle United celebrates scoring his team’s first goal from the penalty spot during the Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round match between Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion at St James’ Park on March 02, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Liverpool are reportedly ready to spend huge money on a new striker in this summer’s transfer window, and Alexander Isak isn’t the only name on their list.The Sweden international is one of the

Newcastle United star Alexander Isak is relishing the challenge of facing Liverpool - and Virgil van Dijk. Newcastle face the Reds in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley on Sunday (kick-off 4:30pm), with Isak expected to lead the line as the club looks to end its 70-year domestic trophy drought.