Liverpool told it could sign 'missing link' that would unlock 'special' Florian Wirtz connection

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Former Liverpool defender John Arne Riise says Alexander Isak would be the perfect signing for his old team this summer — not least because of the potential for him to link up with Florian Wirtz.

The German playmaker arrived for a club-record fee of around $155 million (£116 million) earlier this summer.

"I think Isak would suit Liverpool’s style perfectly because of his movement, his runs in behind and his finishing," Riise said.

"Look at Darwin Nunez.

If Nunez had a bit more luck — or composure — in front of goal, he’d have scored an unbelievable amount.

"I think Alexander Isak is a step up.

So I think Isak fits Liverpool better — especially with the way we play.

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I think he fits perfectly in terms of vision, technique, and style.

"Even in pre-season, you could see how he’s trying to find Mo Salah between the lines with his passing

That’s why I think Isak would also be perfect — the connection between them would be special."

Liverpool.com says: The idea of adding Isak to an already mouthwatering attack is hugely exciting