Liverpool face a potential setback as Alexander Isak could be sidelined with a significant lower leg injury following Saturday’s 2-1 Premier League victory over Tottenham Hotspur. The Swedish striker came off the bench to score the opening goal but was forced off after a challenge from Micky van de Ven, leaving fans and the club concerned about the severity of his injury.

Isak’s Injury Assessment

The 26-year-old underwent MRI scans on Sunday to determine the extent of the damage and establish how long he might be out of action. Liverpool manager Arne Slot is scheduled to address the situation in a press conference on Tuesday.

“When a player scores and then cannot continue, that’s usually not a good sign,” Slot said on Saturday. “We’ll have to wait and see.”

A Striker Struggling for Fitness

Isak joined Liverpool from Newcastle United in September for a record £125 million, making him the Premier League’s most expensive signing at the time. However, the striker has struggled for form and fitness since arriving at Anfield.

He scored only his second Premier League goal of the season on Saturday, in just his 10th appearance across all competitions. His challenges began earlier in the summer when he was omitted from Newcastle’s pre-season tour in Asia due to a minor thigh injury, which coincided with speculation about a potential move away.

Following that period, Isak trained alone at his former club Real Sociedad before completing his transfer to Liverpool on deadline day, meaning he arrived short of pre-season fitness. Since then, he has started only 10 matches across all competitions, struggling to find consistency in a squad already depleted by injuries and international call-ups.

Liverpool’s Forward Line Challenges

Liverpool are currently missing Mohamed Salah, who is representing Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations, alongside injured forward Cody Gakpo. That leaves Liverpool relying on Hugo Ekitike, who joined the club from Eintracht Frankfurt in the summer and has been prolific this season.

The 23-year-old Frenchman has scored 11 goals in 2025-26, including five in the last three league matches, which has influenced Isak’s reduced role on the bench. With Isak’s potential injury, Ekitike is expected to continue leading Liverpool’s attack during a crucial period in both the Premier League and cup competitions.

Implications for Liverpool

Liverpool’s attacking depth is already stretched, and losing Isak could compound challenges for Slot’s squad. Fans will be closely monitoring the MRI results, which will clarify whether Isak faces a short-term absence or a longer-term setback.

Liverpool will hope for positive news ahead of upcoming fixtures, particularly with key Premier League clashes approaching during the busy festive period.