Alexander Isak undergoes surgery: Liverpool confirm no timescale on return

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Alexander Isak has undergone successful surgery after breaking his leg in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Tottenham, with the club announcing no timescale on his recovery. That included a fractured fibula along with further damage to the striker’s ankle, which required immediate surgery on Monday.

Liverpool have now confirmed the surgery was successful, but while no timescale has been placed on his recovery, the Times‘ Paul Joyce reports he is expected to play again this season. Alexander Isak surgery: At a glance • The surgery: Liverpool have confirmed Alexander Isak underwent successful surgery on Monday to repair a fractured fibula and ankle damage. • The timescale: No official timeframe has been set for his return, though the striker is expected to play again before the end of the season. • The cover: With Isak likely out until April, Hugo Ekitike will lead the line, supported by a returning Jayden Danns and a potential January move for Antoine Semenyo.

“Isak’s rehabilitation will now continue at the AXA Training Centre, with no timeframe yet placed on his return.” It is a major blow to Liverpool’s record signing, who had already struggled since his £125 million move from Newcastle with the goal at Tottenham only his third in 16 appearances. Why has no timescale been placed on his return?