Alexander Isak ACL injury fears downplayed with early Liverpool update

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Fears of an ACL injury for Liverpool’s record signing Alexander Isak have been played down by journalist James Pearce, but there is still concern over a lengthy absence. Arne Slot‘s Reds side may have won 2-1 away to Tottenham in the Premier League on Saturday, but Isak’s injury marred the celebrations.

The Alexander Isak injury: A quick look • Conflicting reports: The Athletic’s James Pearce suggests a lower leg issue, but medical experts fear a valgus knee injury that could potentially involve the ACL. • Alisson‘s update: The goalkeeper offered a glimmer of hope post-match, suggesting the striker “will be OK” and that the squad is praying it is just a heavy knock. • Scans pending: Liverpool face an anxious wait for official results following the Swede’s collision with Micky van de Ven while scoring the opener at Spurs. • Frustrating start: The injury marks another setback for the £125m record signing, who has struggled for consistency with just three goals in 16 Reds appearances. Expert’s early verdict on Alexander Isak injury That’s not to say that ACL damage has definitely been avoided, however, with Physio Scout leaning towards that being the diagnosis: “Alexander Isak had to be subbed off with a leg injury in Liverpool’s clash vs.

“Hopefully it’s just a knock, nothing too serious, because he can help our team so much with his quality.” Another cruel blow in Isak’s stuttering Liverpool career This sums up Isak’s Liverpool career to date, with the 26-year-old even suffering a setback when he scores an important goal – his third in 16 Reds appearances. ACL damage would be a heartbreaking outcome, and could even see Liverpool’s record signing miss next summer’s World Cup with Sweden if they qualify, but it is hopefully not that serious.