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Isak faces two months out with injury after ‘reckless’ tackle: Slot

Isak faces two months out with injury after ‘reckless’ tackle: Slot

Summary

Alexander Isak, a Liverpool football player, will miss two months due to a leg injury from a tackle during a match against Tottenham. Liverpool's manager criticized the tackle as risky. Isak's absence affects Liverpool's player options, especially with Mohamed Salah attending the Africa Cup of Nations.

Key Facts

  • Alexander Isak injured his leg in a match against Tottenham and will be out for two months.
  • Liverpool's manager, Arne Slot, called the tackle by Tottenham's Micky van de Ven "reckless."
  • Isak's injury included an ankle operation and a fibula fracture.
  • Isak moved to Liverpool from Newcastle for a record fee and has faced fitness challenges.
  • He scored three goals in 16 games for Liverpool before this injury.
  • Liverpool's attack options are limited with Salah at the Africa Cup of Nations and Cody Gakpo also injured.
  • Liverpool is considering boosting their team in the January transfer window.
  • Mohamed Salah had disputes with Liverpool, impacting his participation in previous games.

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