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Isak finally opens up on injury battle after Sweden return

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Alexander Isak transfer update Alexander Isak has spoken honestly about his long injury fight after finally returning to action for Sweden. Yet there is a curiosity here: despite all this, Isak insists he has never looked for excuses — even when it might have been easy to do so.



Isak admitted that he is still working his way back to full sharpness, but said he is staying positive. You learn to deal with it and get back on track the right way.” Isak wants to feature more in Sweden’s next match against Slovenia, telling the outlet he hopes to “play properly.” For Liverpool fans, that is at least a sign of progress.

One pun for supporters: Right now, Isak is still thawing out… but Liverpool hope he heats up at Anfield soon. Graham Potter, Sweden’s new coach, defended him afterward: “The plan was for Isak to play 30 minutes… Hopefully we’ll see more of him on Tuesday.” Isak returns to Liverpool with work to do Arne Slot has also asked for patience.