Liverpool forward Alexander Isak has suffered a fractured left leg during Saturday’s 2-0 win at Tottenham, leaving the Sweden international facing a long spell on the sidelines.
The £125 million signing “successfully underwent surgery” on an ankle injury that included a fibula fracture, the club confirmed on Monday evening. Isak was injured in a challenge with Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven while scoring the opening goal, his third strike since joining the Reds.
The 26-year-old limped off the pitch with medical assistance before undergoing MRI scans that revealed the full extent of the injury. Liverpool confirmed that his rehabilitation will take place at the AXA Training Centre, with no timeline yet set for his return.
Isak’s start to life at Liverpool has been disrupted by injuries. After forcing through a move from Newcastle on deadline day, he missed pre-season training. He then suffered a groin injury during the Champions League win over Eintracht Frankfurt, delaying his integration into the team.
The forward scored his first Premier League goal for Liverpool in November against West Ham, following an earlier Carabao Cup goal against Southampton in September. His recent injury comes just as he was starting to find form for the club.
Isak’s absence leaves Liverpool manager Arne Slot with fewer attacking options. Cody Gakpo is also sidelined with injury, while Mohamed Salah is away at the Africa Cup of Nations with Egypt. Additionally, midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai will miss Saturday’s clash against Wolves due to suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season.
The injury is a significant blow for Liverpool, who are already managing a squad stretched by injuries and international absences. Isak’s record transfer fee underscores the high stakes, with fans and teammates hoping for a smooth recovery.
Liverpool’s medical team will now focus on rehabilitation, aiming to restore Isak to full fitness. His return will be crucial for the club as they look to maintain momentum in the Premier League and European competitions.
Slot faces tactical challenges with key forwards unavailable, making squad rotation and strategy critical in the coming fixtures. Fans will be watching closely to see how Liverpool adapts to the setback and how quickly Isak can return to action.
Alexander Isak’s injury highlights the challenges faced by clubs managing high-value players while balancing domestic and international commitments. Liverpool’s response and medical care will be key to minimizing the impact on their season.
