Report: Liverpool now monitoring 11-goal Premier League striker after Alexander Isak injury
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Alexander Isak is expected to miss a large part of the season with a broken fibula.The Reds looked like they had a bit of an issue at the start of the season as they had two top quality strikers available in Hugo Ekitike and Isak, with it unclear as to who would be number one. However, they have an even bigger issue now as Isak has required surgery, leaving Ekitike as their only out-and-out striker option.Join our newsletter for news & smart analysis.
Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say Some fans will be thinking that they need another option in the meantime if they are to manage without him, and a few names have already been linked.One in particular will catch the eye of supporters due to how good he has been in the Premier League this season, with the Reds said to be keeping close tabs on him.Liverpool monitoring Igor Thiago There have been many standout players in the Premier League so far this season, but none more so than Brentford’s Igor Thiago.The Brazilian was injured for the majority of last season, but he has certainly come back with a bang after scoring 11 already in the league this campaign.Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty ImagesThis will have caught the eye of many top clubs, and according to CaughtOffside, Liverpool are one of those monitoring his situation. They report that the Reds see him as a ‘stylistic fit’, with the number of injuries being a reason why they could be in the market for someone like him.Brentford are said to be reluctant to part with one of their key players mid-season unless an extraordinary offer arrives, though, with it unlikely that Liverpool will spend big again.Igor Thiago’s stats can be deceiving FILL IN THE BLANK: Arne Slot MUST start — vs Wolves! 🙏 Credit: Carl Recine/Getty Images 👇 Join the debate; share your insight.
Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say There is no denying that Thiago is a fantastic footballer who has really come to life this season, but his 11 goals might not be as impressive as it sounds.The 24-year-old has scored five penalties in the league this season, taking his tally to just six outfield goals, the same number as Bryan Mbeumo.This is not to say he is not still good, but he would not likely be on penalties at Liverpool anyway, so would have a big challenge to prove himself further at the very top level. Join Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox