Ian Rush makes Alexander Isak prediction as Liverpool record signing nears return

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Liverpool Echo IconSportFootballAlexander IsakLiverpool FC's record signing retains the backing of the club's greatest ever goalscorerIan Rush can't wait for Alexander Isak to return from injury as he predicted Liverpool FC's club record signing will soon justify the big price tag. All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pageRush told the ECHO in an exclusive interview that he believes it is only a matter of time before the former Newcastle frontman shows the sort of form that made him one of the most feared forwards in Europe.The 64-year-old said: "You don't see proper No.9s now, do you?

I can't wait for him to get back because he's in my sort of position. He's a No.9."All you have to do to the manager is show them what you can do do on the pitch and they can't leave you out.

It's always sad when you do leave Liverpool. Now that I've got a second chance really."The support I had from all the fans was immense and is something that I will hold with me until I do pass away.