Arne Slot already has perfect Alexander Isak replacement as Liverpool action plan clear

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Liverpool striker Alexander Isak faces months out with a fractured fibula, but Arne Slot already has Hugo Ekitike ready to lead the line for his side.Liverpool already have a clear-cut replacement for Alexander Isak following confirmation of his injury severity on Monday evening. The Liverpool striker was injured in a challenge in the process of scoring the opening goal against Tottenham Hotspur and had to be substituted.READ MORE: Arne Slot gives update on Liverpool's January transfer plans after Alexander Isak injuryREAD MORE: Arne Slot calls out Tottenham star over Alexander Isak tackle despite referee verdict"After diagnosis, an operation was completed today on an ankle injury that included a fibula fracture.

That marked his fifth strike in three Premier League outings, as well, making it crystal clear he's equipped to shoulder the responsibility of being Liverpool's frontman.Slot appears satisfied with his displays, though he still expects even greater things from the French forward. The Liverpool manager commented: "He still needs to get stronger, but he's already become stronger.

He can score a goal, he has great footwork, dribbling skills, he has so much in his locker."He's adjusted to the Premier League now, the biggest thing is how he can become physically outstanding, that's what he's working on really hard."In the last two, three, four minutes he was very, very, very tired at Tottenham. He's not training with us today or tomorrow."Friday we will see exactly where he is if he can be in squad.