Slot explains key issue holding Isak back despite Liverpool breakthrough

Slot explains key issue holding Isak back despite Liverpool breakthrough

There’s been no shortage of noise around Liverpool lately, from ticket price protests to questions over performances, but Arne Slot’s latest comments on Alexander Isak offer a reminder that some of our issues are far more tactical than they might first appear.

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After finally getting on the scoresheet at Anfield against Crystal Palace, attention has quickly turned to whether the Swedish forward can now build momentum in the final weeks of the season.

Slot highlights key Isak issue after injury struggles

Speaking via Liverpool’s official YouTube channel, Arne Slot addressed the situation around Alexander Isak and why consistency has been difficult to find.

Asked how important the remaining game of the season are, our Dutch head coach explained: “Important as the more he touches the ball the more chance we have scoring goals.

“Makes sense if player has been out for such a long time that connections need to be built. Good thing is we have some training time now.”

It’s a simple point, but an important one, because the No.9 hasn’t just been dealing with form, he’s been trying to rebuild rhythm after a stop-start campaign filled with injury setbacks.