Arne Slot Provides Update on Alexander Isak's Injury Return

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has shared positive news on striker Alexander Isak's recovery, indicating a potential return to team training by late March or early April.[1][2]

Isak, Liverpool's £125 million signing from Newcastle United last summer, has been sidelined since December after sustaining a serious ankle injury involving a fibula fracture during the 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur. The Sweden international underwent surgery and has made just three goals in 16 appearances this season, hampered by form and fitness issues.[1][2]

Speaking in his pre-Nottingham Forest press conference, Slot revealed that Isak stepped onto the pitch for the first time this week—wearing running shoes rather than football boots—as part of his ongoing rehabilitation. "These final stages of rehab are also the ones that can make things change," Slot noted, emphasizing caution in the gym and pitch work. He avoided a firm timeline but expects Isak to rejoin the group around the March international break, barring setbacks.[1][2][3]

"It will be somewhere around there... end of March, start of April when he’s hopefully back with the group."
— Arne Slot[1][2]

Slot remains optimistic about seeing the "best Alex" this season, despite Isak missing a full preseason. He believes the rehab process will serve as a fresh start, with expectations of a transformed player by season's end compared to his early struggles at Anfield. Recent photos from Liverpoolfc.com showed Isak's progress in rehab.[1][2][4]

As Liverpool push for a strong campaign finish, Isak's timely return could prove pivotal for Slot's squad.[2]

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