How Alexander Isak can fit into Liverpool starting XI once transfer is completed
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But for now, it's likely Isak's workload will be managed to ensure Liverpool isn't left without its record signing for a prolonged period due to rushing him into action too soon.
The revamped Liverpool team has experienced some growing pains, but it has maintained its impressive streak with Dominik Szoboszlai's spectacular goal, securing a crucial 1-0 victory in an early-season title clash with Arsenal.
Already joining the ranks this summer are Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike.
What role will Cody Gakpo and Hugo Ekitike play at Liverpool once Isak arrives.
In an alternate universe, Ekitike might have been teaming up with Isak at Newcastle, as Eddie Howe and his team eyed the Frenchman in their quest to bolster attacking options.
However, Liverpool swooped in to secure the forward from Eintracht Frankfurt, and since his move to Anfield, he has netted three goals in four competitive matches
Ekitike also scored against Arsenal, but it was disallowed after Cody Gakpo was caught offside.
The conundrum for the Liverpool gaffer is how Isak will fit into the team
With the addition of Wirtz, as well as the return of Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch, Szoboszlai has been utilized at right-back, delivering two standout performances, with Jeremie Frimpong and Conor Bradley sidelined due to injuries.
One potential scenario, which drew some criticism from Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher during the opening day victory over Bournemouth, is Isak taking the lead role instead of Ekitike.
But the point raised by the two Sky Sports pundits was whether it would be sensible to have Ekitike warming the bench
Given the number of games that Liverpool will play, including five in 16 days to conclude September, there will be ample opportunities for squad rotation.
In the first three matches, Ekitike has been the sole striker in a 4-2-3-1 formation with Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo on either wing