David Ornstein is one of the most reputable names in football journalism. A name you would trust and rely on. Now, David Ornstein has provided an update that Liverpool fans have been anxiously waiting to hear about. The update regarding Alexander Isak’s injury. Alexander Isak sustained an unfortunate injury during Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur. It did not look very good, which left Liverpool fans in a worried state. David Ornstein has now revealed the unfortunate news that the injury is going to keep Isak out of action for “months”.
David Ornstein on Isak’s injury
As if the season wasn’t already grueling enough for Liverpool, this injury further worsens the situation. Liverpool are having a terrible season under Arne Slot, as they sit fifth in the League. There has been a visible downgrade in the way they play their football. In the Summer transfer window, Liverpool spent close to £500 million. They had just won the League last season but still chose to splash the cash on expensive signings. This disrupted the team’s core, consequently disrupting the performances on the pitch.
As Liverpool slowly find their feet this season, with few positive results in the last couple of weeks, the Isak injury must be frustrating. Alexander Isak isn’t necessarily having a great season to be considered a great loss. However, a first-team player getting injured definitely disturbs the manager’s gameplan. David Ornstein has confirmed that the Swedish striker has suffered a broken leg. Liverpool are yet to provide a solid update on the severity of the injury. But Ornstein believes the injury will keep Isak out for a few months.
Alexander Isak’s season at Liverpool
Alexander Isak was part of the big-money set of signings Liverpool made in the summer. Liverpool are a team that very rarely spends big in the transfer market. Especially under the previous manager Jurgen Klopp, they earned the reputation of reaping success without spending too much. Klopp operated with careful spending and calculated signings. Something that current manager Arne Slot completely refused to do in the summer transfer window. He brought in multiple attackers with similar profiles.
Alexander Isak made the move to Liverpool from Newcastle United with great expectations. Heaps of goals and great moments were expected from him. This was because of the fact that he already had a great deal of Premier League experience. However, the move has been a complete disappointment so far. In 16 games, Isak has managed to score only three times. It has to be noted that Isak amassed over 25 goals in the last two seasons he played for Newcastle United. To further the pain for Alexander Isak and Liverpool, he has picked up an injury in a crucial period in the season.
More about the injury from David Ornstein
As we delve more into the details of the injury, it only gets worse. This injury will most likely cause damage to the tibia. That will leave Isak out of action for at least three months and possibly five or more months, depending on the complications involved. If the expected return is set to be April, it could leave Liverpool in an extremely difficult situation. Liverpool are set to play 14 Premier League fixtures in that period. They will be playing against crucial oppositions like Manchester City, Arsenal, and Newcastle United in that 14-game stretch. The Champions League quarter-finals stage will also likely begin in early April, creating a worrying situation for Liverpool to deal with.
Conclusion
David Ornstein’s worrying Isak update must have sent a worrying wave across Merseyside. Liverpool fans and the club’s officials will be worried about Isak’s absence going forward. There is a high possibility of Liverpool making a January signing, which could be a temporary replacement for the injured Isak.
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