Liverpool face setback as Alexander Isak undergoes surgery for leg fracture
Liverpool provide an update on striker Alexander Isak's injury status after undergoing surgery for a leg fracture sustained during a Premier League match. The setback adds to the challenges faced by the club following his big-money transfer and subsequent struggles on the pitch.
Liverpool have issued an update on injured striker Alexander Isak after the big-money summer signing was forced off in Saturday's Premier League win over Tottenham. The striker was injured in a tackle by Micky van de Ven and looked in clear pain as he was helped off the pitch. The Reds have confirmed the Sweden international has subsequently undergone surgery for a leg fracture and is now set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines. A club statement read: "Alexander Isak today successfully underwent surgery on the injury he sustained on Saturday. The Liverpool striker was injured in a challenge in the process of scoring the opening goal against Tottenham Hotspur and had to be substituted. After diagnosis, an operation was completed today on an ankle injury that included a fibula fracture. Isak's rehabilitation will now continue at the AXA Training Centre, with no timeframe yet placed on his return."Isak's injury is a huge blow for Liverpool after the club splashed out a British transfer record fee of £125 million (€144.5m/$169.3m) to bring the striker in during the summer from Newcastle. The striker missed pre-season due to his protracted exit from the Magpies and has struggled to impress during his brief time at Liverpool. His goal against Tottenham was just his second of the season so far but he was not even able to celebrate his strike as he was brought down awkwardly by a challenge from Van de Van after finding the back of the net. Isak received treatment on the pitch but was not able to continue and had to be helped off. He now faces a long wait to return to action in a fresh blow to the Swede amid what's been a difficult first season at Anfield.Looking for smarter football bets? Get expert previews, data-driven predictions & winning insights with GOAL Tips on Telegram. Join our growing community now!Isak's injury means that manager Arne Slot is now short of options in attack. He is already without Mohamed Salah, who is on AFCON duty with Egypt, while Cody Gakpo remains sidelined due to injury and is not due back until the new year. The good news for Slot is that Hugo Ekitike is in good form, currently. The Frenchman has five goals in his last four games for the Reds to take his tally to the season to 11 in all competitions for the Reds. With Isak now facing a significant spell on the sidelines, Slot will look to Ekitike to continue his good goalscoring form.Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting
Liverpool confirm surgery for Isak's leg fracture
Liverpool have officially stated that Alexander Isak underwent successful surgery on the injury sustained in the match against Tottenham Hotspur. The striker, who was signed for a British record fee from Newcastle in the summer, suffered a leg fracture and will undergo rehabilitation at the club's training facility with no definite timetable for his return.
Impact of Isak's injury on Liverpool
The injury to Isak is a significant blow to Liverpool, as the Swedish striker had started to adapt to his new club following a disrupted pre-season. Scoring just his second goal of the season before getting injured, Isak will now face a lengthy lay-off, leaving manager Arne Slot with limited attacking options.
Options for Liverpool post-Isak injury
With Isak's absence, Liverpool will rely heavily on Hugo Ekitike, who has been in fine goalscoring form with 11 goals in all competitions. The Frenchman's contributions will be crucial in filling the void left by Isak's injury, as Mohamed Salah is also unavailable due to international duty.
Looking ahead for Liverpool
As Liverpool navigate through Isak's injury setback, the team will need to regroup and find ways to maintain their competitive edge without their star striker. Slot's tactical adjustments and the form of key players like Ekitike will play a vital role in ensuring the team remains competitive in domestic and European competitions.
