Alan Shearer has warned that Alexander Isak's £125m transfer from Newcastle United to Liverpool has not worked out for any of the parties involved. The Premier League legend believes the Sweden international's move has been 'disastrous' for the player, his former club, and the Reds.
Isak pushed for the move all summer, missing most of pre-season, and has managed just two goals in his first 15 appearances for Liverpool. After scoring against Tottenham in December, he suffered a serious leg injury and has not found the net in four games since returning to full fitness.
Shearer questioned whether Isak will ever be the same player he was at Newcastle, where he scored 62 goals in 109 appearances. He also noted that the Magpies' attempts to replace him with Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa have also faltered.
'The Isak transfer has been disastrous for Newcastle, Liverpool, and himself,' said Shearer. 'It really has not worked for any party.'
Turning to Liverpool's season, Shearer said the club's recruitment has not worked, with several new signings underperforming. He added that it would be very difficult to get rid of Arne Slot, who won the league in his first season in charge, despite a difficult campaign.
Liverpool host Crystal Palace on Saturday, a side that has beaten them three times this season. A win would move them eight points clear of sixth-placed Brighton in the race for a top-five finish and Champions League football.
