Wayne Rooney gives honest verdict on Hugo Ekitike and Alexander Isak

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Hugo Ekitike to Liverpool Wayne Rooney has given a frank assessment of Liverpool’s forward line, singling out Hugo Ekitike as a “superstar” and urging Alexander Isak to prove he can meet Anfield’s demands. The former Manchester United striker believes the Frenchman’s early form has already changed Liverpool’s attack, while Isak still has work to do to show his worth after a £125m move from Newcastle.

ALSO READ: Liverpool fans left puzzled as big name missing from next Champions League squad Rooney highlights Liverpool’s striking competition Speaking on his BBC podcast, Rooney explained why he sees Ekitike as crucial to Liverpool’s season: “I think the sending off to Ekitike was bigger than people think. I think he’s a superstar, he can affect Liverpool in so many different ways.

Of course they’ve got Isak but I think that loss was massive.” Rooney added that Isak’s pedigree is unquestionable, but stressed the challenge of adjusting to Liverpool’s unique pressure: “You’ve got a real competition between two forwards, Ekitike and Isak. With Ekitike rested after suspension and Isak starting against Crystal Palace, Arne Slot faces a big decision for Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Galatasaray.