Liverpool striker Alexander Isak has broken his silence after suffering a major injury setback during the Reds’ win over Tottenham Hotspur.
The Swedish international fractured his leg following a challenge from Spurs defender Micky van de Ven and has since undergone surgery on what the club described as an ankle injury that included a fibula fracture.
The 26-year-old came off the bench and scored for Liverpool at Tottenham on Saturday, but was forced off just moments after finding the back of the net.
Alexander Isak was visibly in discomfort as he hobbled off the pitch and is now set to spend a spell on the sidelines.
Taking to Instagram, the striker wrote: “Gutted to be out for a while. Time to recover and support from the sideline. I will work hard to be back as soon as I possibly can. Thank you all Reds and everyone else for the kind messages — it does not go unnoticed ❤️ #YNWA.”
The Sweden international has endured a difficult period since his move to Anfield from Newcastle United. He missed the Magpies’ pre-season with a minor thigh injury and did not train with Eddie Howe’s side as he sought to force through his transfer.
Isak has scored two goals and provided one assist in 10 Premier League appearances this season, adding another strike in the Carabao Cup win over Southampton. However, he has yet to score in the Champions League.
The British-record signing has struggled with fitness issues, and this latest injury represents another significant setback.
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