Liverpool receive perfect Alexander Isak reminder at World Cup after new season announcements
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SportFootballAlexander IsakAlexander Isak gave Liverpool fans another glimpse of the threat he can offer in attack following his injury-ravaged debut season at Anfield, providing a classy contribution in Sweden's latest World Cup matchIt may have been a day to forget for Sweden as they were thrashed 5-1 by the Netherlands – but Liverpool striker Alexander Isak was a bright spark for Graham Potter's side.The Reds forward struggled with injuries last season after his British-transfer record fee move to Anfield from Newcastle United. Isak scored just four goals in 22 appearances for the Reds last season, making 14 top-flight appearances, scoring three goals.However, in two World Cup appearances the Liverpool striker has one goal and three assists to his name.Isak set up Anthony Elanga for Sweden's only goal of the game against the Netherlands, with a brilliant through ball for the Newcastle winger, who made the score 4-1.It wasn't enough to mount a comeback, as Crysencio Summerville came off the bench to put the result beyond any doubt after Brian Brobbey and Reds striker Cody Gakpo both bagged a brace.Sweden boss, Potter, felt the result was a harsh one, but his side are still in a position to qualify from the group after their 4-0 win over Tunisia, though defeat to the Netherlands eroded their impressive goal difference.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE!
All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pagePotter said: "Maybe it was an experience we needed to go through. Maybe that was a challenge for us."I think the scoreline was a bit harsh on us.
That’s not to say we deserved to win the game, of course."The Netherlands played really well, they deserved to win but we have to take the positives."One of the positives, was Isak's display. The Liverpool striker looked really sharp, which will be welcome news for Andoni Iraola ahead of next season as they look to put last season's struggles behind them.Liverpool qualified for the Champions League on the final day of the season with Arne Slot's side unable to defend their Premier League title.Slot was shown the door as the Reds hierarchy cited no signs of improvement under the Dutch head coach, moving quickly to appoint outgoing Bournemouth boss Iraola.Liverpool now know the lay of the land after the Premier League announced next season's fixtures and the Reds have moved quickly to bolster their squad.They also announced this week they had agreed a deal to sign Spanish international Victor Munoz in a £35m deal from Osasuna, bolstering their front line with a player who can certainly provide quality service for Isak – especially with Hugo Ekitike out with a long-term injury.Choose Liverpool Echo as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCAlexander IsakAndoni IraolaWorld Cup