Overview
- Slot said increasing the No. 9’s involvement in the final third is on his list to improve after Isak’s quiet outings.
- Isak has two goals in 12 appearances for Liverpool, including his first Premier League strike in last weekend’s win at West Ham.
- The striker registered just 13 touches against West Ham and 14 versus Sunderland, underscoring his limited role in recent games.
- Slot argued touch counts alone are not decisive, citing Erling Haaland’s efficiency, but stressed Liverpool must create chances where Isak’s touches matter.
- The manager noted differences from Isak’s Newcastle usage, a lack of a Jacob Murphy–type supplier, injuries on the right flank, and frequent low blocks constraining service.