Alexander Isak learns World Cup fate as Graham Potter reveals 'very difficult' Sweden call
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SportFootballAlexander IsakSweden's attack will feature Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres at this summer's World Cup despite the Liverpool strike struggling for form and fitness this seasonLiverpool's Alexander Isak has been named in Sweden's squad for the World Cup despite an injury-hit season that has hampered his form.Graham Potter, who recently signed a long-term deal to continue leading the Swedish national side, has named Isak and Arsenal star Viktor Gyokeres among his forward options, but has had to leave out Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski.Sweden only qualified for the World Cup off the back of their work in the Nations League, following an underwhelming qualification campaign. But their preparation for the tournament in North America is well and truly underway and includes the British record signing.Isak has been cited among the best No 9s in the world, but that was before his £125million move to Liverpool.
However his work over a number of years meant he was always going to be included.Gyokeres has endured a mixed debut year, despite firing 21 goals, but across north London, Kulusevski misses out having not played this season because of a knee injury, with Potter admitting the news was tough to deliver.READ MORE: Steve McClaren 'seriously thinking' about England return after surprise job offerREAD MORE: Ex-Arsenal star 'assaulted with punches' during attack in shopping centreHe said: "A very, very difficult decision in terms of where he [Kulusevski] has been and what he's done over the last year, where he's at in terms of his rehab with four and a half weeks to go to that first game."Potter also hoped to see Isak rediscover his best form in the final few weeks of the season, which would be the ideal preparation for the World Cup. "We obviously hope he finishes the season in Liverpool with some game time," he added.
"Our challenge is to get Alex in the best moment of the season and for him to hit top form, because if he does, he's a world-class player."Gyokeres and Isak are two of 11 British-based players to be named in the squad. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Sky Sports, HBO Max, Netflix and Disney+ with Ultimate TV packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.