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Potter Plans Bench Role for Alexander Isak as Liverpool Record Buy Nears Return

Sweden opt for a cautious reintroduction because he is not yet ready for two full matches.

Overview

  • Sweden manager Graham Potter said Isak is available but not conditioned to play two 90‑minute games in quick succession.
  • Isak was named on the bench against Switzerland with Potter indicating he would play some part in the qualifiers.
  • The striker has started six games for Liverpool with one goal after a £125m deadline‑day move from Newcastle.
  • He sustained a groin injury on October 22 against Eintracht Frankfurt, missed four matches, and was an unused substitute at Manchester City.
  • Andy Cole urged patience with Isak after a disrupted pre‑season, while former Newcastle executive Amanda Staveley backed him to do well at Liverpool.