Will Alexander Isak play tonight for Liverpool vs Manchester United in Premier League 2025-26?
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The Swedish international has experienced several injuries this season.
Alexander Isak’s exclusion from the match against Manchester United has delivered Liverpool a severe blow ahead of their pivotal trip to Old Trafford.
Due to a groin strain sustained during training, the Swedish international is expected to miss the match. It now gives Arne Slot a significant selection dilemma.
According to The Sun, Alexander Isak’s challenging Anfield debut season appears to have taken a turn for the worse as the striker has been ruled out of Sunday’s crucial matchup with Manchester United.
The 26-year-old, who moved from Newcastle United to Liverpool for a British transfer record of £130 million, suffered a groin injury during a training practice this week.
Alexander Isak suffers a fresh injury during training
To ascertain the complete extent of the damage, the forward is anticipated to get a scan this weekend. Alexander Isak has had a patchy season on Merseyside, recording just 13 Premier League starts and three goals during a season marred by fitness problems. It includes a broken leg that kept him out of action for several months earlier in the year.
For coach Slot, who is already dealing with a weak offensive department, the timing of Isak’s injury could only be worse. Due to an Achilles tendon injury sustained during the UEFA Champions League loss to Paris Saint-Germain, Hugo Ekitike will miss the rest of the season. As a result, the Reds will be travelling to Old Trafford without a fit, established senior striker.
Meanwhile, Mohamed Salah is still sidelined due to a muscular problem, which further restricts Slot’s choices. The Egyptian King’s absence on Sunday creates a huge hole in a Liverpool team that is presently fighting to finish in third place in the Premier League standings. Salah is anticipated to return before the season ends.
Which injury has Alexander Isak sustained?
He has picked up a groin injury.
When will he return from injury?
His scans will reveal the timeline of his return.
Is Salah available for this Premier League match?
No, he is not available.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.