As Alexander Isak proves, Liverpool can sign strikers who have troubled them. Monday marked the first anniversary of Newcastle’s Carabao Cup final win over Arne Slot’s side, with the ultimately decisive goal delivered by Isak. In the subsequent 12 months, Isak has scored more goals for Newcastle than Liverpool – four compared to three – despite spending the majority of the time on the books at Anfield and costing the defending champions £125m.
It remains the case that the injured Isak has only scored one Champions League goal; for Newcastle against Paris Saint-Germain. It is far from Liverpool’s only priority on Wednesday night at Anfield, but they will aim to extend their European run this season for long enough for Isak to feature in it again.
