NEWCASTLE star Alexander Isak drew comparisons to Arsenal legend Thierry Henry after his double against Sheffield United.

Isak, 24, damned the Blades to relegation from the Premier League as he led the Magpies to a 5-1 triumph with a brace at St James' Park.

But it was the striker's equaliser that went viral as his brilliant movement met a stunning through ball by Jacob Murphy from midfield to beat Wes Foderigham from a tight angle down the right.

That brought back glimpses of Henry's deadly finishes that made him the Gunners' all-time leading scorer with 228 goals in 377 appearances throughout his glittering eight-year stint in north London.

Arsenal have been strongly linked with the Sweden international with manager Mikel Arteta prioritising a striker signing ahead of the summer transfer window.

And the Newcastle star is among the North Londoners' top candidates to spearhead the frontline next season.

However, SunSport have revealed that Arsenal are facing competition with Barcelona also keeping tabs on Isak.

Nevertheless, the Swede's suitors are confident the Toon would be tempted to discuss a deal as they face having to balance the books to satisfy FFP and PSR rules.

And Arsenal fans are adamant that would make for a sensational signing as they suggest Isak could become the next Henry.

One fan tweeted: "I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, this guy should be playing for Arsenal."

Another commented: "It's literally Henry."

A third posted: "Isak is honestly the closest player I’ve seen in terms of positions he takes up, movements, style of play, even down to his mannerisms, celebrations & arrogance to Thierry Henry, it’s uncanny.

"I’m not saying he has Henry’s quality but they’re just so similar it’s weird."

This fan said: "Isak has so much Thierry Henry in his game."

And that one stated: "Isak is lethal. Closest thing I’ve seen in the @premierleague to Henry."

Isak has now registered a staggering 19 Premier League goals in 26 appearances and is only one behind from the English top flight's leading scorers Erling Haaland as well as Cole Palmer.