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June 2nd 2026, 19:32 (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) Alexander Isak believes it’s ‘sad’ that Arne Slot has been dismissed as Liverpool Head Coach but has admitted he’s ‘disconnected’ from the Anfield-based outfit while on international duty.The forward netted a wonderful goal for Sweden against Norway in a friendly on Monday night having been introduced after an hour with his side 3-0 down.The 26-year-old, who joined Liverpool from Newcastle last summer in a deal worth £125m, failed to make an impact during his debut campaign on Merseyside after suffering a broken leg and failing to return to full fitness.Following the departure of Slot last week, Isak’s second campaign at Liverpool will be under a new manager – with former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola the favourite to succeed the Dutchman. “It’s always sad when a coach has to leave.
I wish him all the best.” (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Isak’s first season at Liverpool was a very difficult one. 9 netted 27 goals and added a further 6 assists in 42 appearances for Newcastle which highlights what he’s capable of when he’s fully fit and gets a run of games together.
There’s no doubting the quality of the forward but keeping him fit and getting the best out of him is one of the many challenges the next Liverpool boss will have to navigate. The season just gone was one to forget for the Merseysiders – so let’s hope the upcoming campaign will be one to remember!
