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Beth Lindop
Liverpool are anxiously awaiting news regarding the severity of the injury incurred by Alexander Isak during Saturday’s 2-1 win against Tottenham Hotspur, but are concerned the matter could be serious, according to sources reported by ESPN.
Isak netted the first goal in Liverpool’s capital victory but was promptly substituted following a strong challenge from Spurs defender Micky van de Ven within the penalty box.
ESPN sources indicate that the forward might have hurt his lower leg, necessitating an MRI scan to assess the severity of the injury.
If Isak is absent for an extended period, it would be a significant setback for a player who has faced challenges with both performance and fitness since his £125 million ($166.18m) transfer from Newcastle United. His goal against Spurs marked only his second for Arne Slot’s squad in the Premier League and came after a clever pass from fellow summer recruit Florian Wirtz.
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Isak’s potential absence would create challenges for Slot as he attempts to manage the holiday season with a reduced squad. Forward Cody Gakpo is currently out with a muscular issue, while Mohamed Salah is participating in the Egypt team at the African Cup of Nations.
Regarding Isak’s injury on Saturday, Slot stated: «I have no updates on him, but when a player scores and then gets hurt and doesn’t attempt to return to the game, that’s typically not a positive sign; however, I can’t provide any more details than that.
«It’s merely an instinctive impression, but I’ve no medical information to share. I haven’t yet talked to him.
«The fact that he scored is encouraging. An excellent goal set up by Florian Wirtz.»
