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Alexander Isak has struggled so far at Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)<\/p>\nAlexander Isak has had a slow start to life with Liverpool since his record-breaking move from Newcastle and Arne Slot has been given a concerning update regarding the forward<\/p>\n
11:08, 15 Nov 2025Updated 11:10, 15 Nov 2025<\/p>\n
Alexander Isak has struggled so far at Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)<\/p>\n
Alexander Isak is STILL not fit enough to play two games a week, according to Sweden boss Graham Potter<\/a>. The Liverpool<\/a> striker has endured a slow start to life at Anfield since his mega money switch from Newcastle.<\/a><\/p>\n Isak<\/a> did not have a pre-season with his former club – and has consequently taken some time to get up to speed with his new employers. Isak has started just six games in all for Liverpool, scoring once.<\/p>\n Despite his form, the 26-year-old was called up by Graham Potter for the latest Sweden squad. Asked about the forward, the former Chelsea<\/a> and West Ham<\/a> boss has confirmed that Isak is still not ready to play two 90-minute games back-to-back.<\/p>\n Speaking in a press conference, Potter said: \u201cHe\u2019s had a good week, he\u2019s available. But we have to be smart with him because he\u2019s been out for a while.<\/p>\n \u201cHe\u2019s not ready to play two matches for 90 minutes. We have to wait and see until tomorrow.\u201d<\/p>\n READ MORE: Liverpool boss Arne Slot told exactly when he should DROP Mohamed Salah<\/a>READ MORE: Man Utd join Arsenal and Liverpool in transfer battle for ‘next Toni Kroos’<\/a><\/p>\n Asked if Isak had opened up on his difficult first few months as a Liverpool player, Potter said: \u201cHe\u2019s like anybody in terms of the Swedish national team. He\u2019s frustrated with the results we\u2019ve had.<\/p>\n \u201cThat\u2019s clear as I\u2019ve said. But all I\u2019ve found here is a group of players that really want to do better, that are frustrated in terms of results-wise where they\u2019re at. They\u2019re just desperate to do well for their country and there\u2019s a real feeling for that.\u201d<\/p>\n Isak and Sweden face what is a pivotal international break over the next week as they aim to rescue what has been a woeful qualifying campaign for next summer\u2019s World Cup. They currently sit fourth in their group after three defeats from four games.<\/p>\n Was Alexander Isak a good signing for Liverpool? Share your thoughts in the comments below<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n They must beat Switzerland and Slovenia over their next two matches to stand any chance of being at the tournament. Isak has not actually scored for his nation in any of his last three games.<\/p>\n He will also be keen to get back on form for Liverpool in their next game against Nottingham Forest<\/a> at Anfield next weekend. Speaking about the forward, former Liverpool star Don Hutchinson said: \u201cTotally his own fault.<\/p>\n \u201cHe should have been professional, done his pre-season properly with Newcastle<\/a>. It was only ever gonna be 1 of 2 outcomes. 1. He goes to Liverpool and is 100% first, ready to play! 2. He stays at Newcastle and is ready to play.\u201d<\/p>\n Join our new WhatsApp community<\/a> and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us, and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.<\/a><\/p>\n Get 50% off Premier League kits and merch<\/p>\n This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more<\/a> Various Prices<\/p>\n Kitbag<\/p>\n![\"Graham](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/0_GettyImages-2241828247.jpg\")
Graham Potter has given an insight into Alexander Isak’s fitness(Image: Getty Images)<\/p>\n![\"Content](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761259094_670_0_Untitled-8jpeg.jpg\")
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