Coach Arne Slot confirms that striker Alexander Isak has returned to training and could soon make his comeback on the pitch.
Liverpool's official website confirms that striker Alexander Isak will resume training with the team.
The Swedish star is entering the next phase of his recovery from an ankle injury, including a fibula fracture. Isak has been sidelined since December last year after undergoing surgery for the injury he sustained while scoring in the victory against Tottenham.
Regarding his player's condition, Coach Arne Slot revealed: "I think Alex is in very good shape, because yesterday Sweden secured their World Cup qualification, and moreover tomorrow he will rejoin full team training for the first time.
Of course, this is only his first session after being absent for three or four months, but having Alex back is extremely important, because we all know who we signed—a truly outstanding striker.
Having him return to a team that often creates many opportunities, he might not be able to unleash his full potential immediately from the first minutes, but having Alex available for the final two months of the season, I think will be very beneficial for us."
Alexander Isak, a player who has scored 147 goals in his career (according to statistics from Transfermarkt), joined Liverpool from Newcastle in September last year with a record-breaking contract in the Premier League.
Before suffering the serious injury, the star born in 1999 had made 16 appearances, scoring three goals and providing one assist for The Kop. Of course, these numbers have not yet met the expectations of the fans, and could be one of the reasons why Liverpool has been inconsistent this season, particularly in terms of offensive efficiency.
Currently, the chance for the Anfield-based team to defend their Premier League title has almost closed as they trail the top-placed Arsenal by 21 points, with only seven rounds remaining in the competition. The most realistic goal at this moment is likely securing a Champions League spot, where Liverpool is fiercely competing with Man Utd, Aston Villa, and Chelsea.
Meanwhile, Coach Arne Slot and his squad are still competing in the Champions League and have secured a quarter-final berth, where they will face the reigning champions PSG. Additionally, The Kop is also in the FA Cup quarter-finals, continuing to hope for success in cup competitions.