Alexander Isak makes worrying admission on fitness before Burnley trip
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Alexander Isak, Liverpool’s record signing, has admitted that his fitness is not yet at the desired match level following a challenging summer where he lacked full training and competitive games. Despite his ambition to feature against Burnley early in the season, Isak acknowledged that he needs to assess his readiness as he has not trained at full pace during the pre-season. He expressed strong motivation and excitement to join Liverpool, emphasizing his gratitude for the opportunity and eagerness to contribute to the club’s ongoing project.
Isak commented, "I think that’s one to judge and to analyse where I am at and how much I am ready to give," highlighting the difficulty of his summer preparation but also his determination to perform well. He looks forward to syncing with his teammates and the fans to start his Liverpool career positively.
The transfer saga saw Isak become Liverpool's most expensive signing after a notable standoff with Newcastle United, where the player trained alone for a month to push for the move. Liverpool’s manager Arne Slot also made clear the club’s strong intent to strengthen their attacking options, acknowledging Isak as a key target amid a busy transfer window that included significant departures and arrivals.
Upon signing, Isak immediately joined Sweden’s national team camp for World Cup qualifiers, continuing his fitness build-up at the international level before fully integrating at Liverpool. The club’s vision and what they are building on top of their existing foundation were major factors in Isak’s decision to join.
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