Alexander Isak gesture speaks volumes as Liverpool new boy left frustrated
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Search Alexander Isak is yet to make his Liverpool debut but he finally got onto the pitch with Sweden for a friendly against Kosovo.
Alexander Isak showing eight fingers during Sweden's defeat to Kosovo.
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Liverpool's new signing, Alexander Isak, experienced a frustrating international break.
Although he didn't play in the 2-2 draw with Slovenia, Swedish manager Jon Dahl Tomasson brought Isak off the bench in the match against Kosovo.
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He had a fairly promising 20-minute stint, managing two shots on target before receiving a yellow card.
Alexander Isak signing his contract for Liverpool.
Isak could potentially make his debut when the Reds travel to Burnley on Sunday, but it may prove too early for the Swede.
Liverpool boss Arne Slot will also be keen to avoid rushing him back into action, particularly with £79m summer acquisition Hugo Ekitike spearheading the attack so impressively, whilst Cody Gakpo has also chipped in with a goal and two assists in three fixtures.
Slot may be hoping to utilise Isak in the Champions League the following Wednesday, when Atletico Madrid travel to Anfield.
Last campaign, he registered 23 goals and six assists in 34 league outings for Newcastle.
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Eddie Howe's outfit were determined to retain him, but they had little option but to sell him on transfer deadline day, with Isak demanding his departure.
Following his arrival at Liverpool, Isak said: "I've had a tricky summer where I haven't played any games.