Arne Slot on Alexander Isak injury: “Very unlucky and unhappy.”

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Arne Slot has explained the reason behind Alexander Isak’s absence from Liverpool squad for Manchester United clash. Image Credits: Imago ImagesAlexander Isak has been ruled out of Liverpool’s crucial Premier League clash with Manchester United.Reports surfaced yesterday that Alexander Isak had suffered a suspected groin injury and DaveOCKOP exclusively revealed that the Swede was set for two weeks on the sidelines.Speaking to Sky Sports ahead of the game this afternoon, Arne Slot said:“After our last win against Palace, you go into the week and in the start you already know you’re going to miss out on Mo [Salah], and then during the week we miss out on Alex as well.“But that’s not the first time this season.

Arsenal away, we had our both No.9s not available as well and we were able to play a good game.“So, it is the situation so accept it.“Of course, very unlucky and unhappy with the fact Alex picked up a small – really small – injury. That’s why this game came a bit too early.”Alexander Isak’s absence leaves Liverpool extremely weak in the attacking department, with Mohamed Salah and Hugo Ekitike also sidelined.The starting lineup to face Manchester United at Old Trafford is as follows:Woodman, Jones, Van Dijk, Konate, Robertson, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Frimpong, Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Gakpo.Three points this afternoon will all but confirm Champions League football for Liverpool next season.Not only that, depending on the goal difference, Liverpool could leapfrog Manchester United and go into third place.Sitting in third place with three games to play would be a remarkable turnaround given the struggles that both the manager and the team have gone through this season.Want to get the latest Liverpool news direct to your phone?

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