Liverpool are bracing themselves for a major blow after fears emerged that record signing Alexander Isak could be out of action for a long time. The striker suffered what appeared to be a significant leg injury during the Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday 21 December 2025.
Significant Damage in Goal-Scoring Moment
The £125 million forward was hurt in a challenge by Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven. The incident occurred a split second after Isak had unleashed the shot that put Liverpool ahead at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The severity of the situation was immediately apparent, as the Swedish international required urgent medical attention on the pitch and was unable to celebrate his goal.
He was subsequently substituted and seen hobbling from the field. Manager Arne Slot later admitted the injury "did not look good", casting a shadow over what was only Isak's second Premier League goal for the club since his British record move on deadline day.
Scan to Reveal Extent of Lay-Off
The club confirmed that Isak, who has injured his lower leg, will undergo an MRI scan to determine the full extent of the damage. Initial concerns within the club suggest he has sustained significant damage and now faces a lengthy spell in the treatment room.
This setback continues a frustrating and stop-start beginning to Isak's Anfield career. After his high-profile transfer, he initially had to wait to regain fitness having missed pre-season. He then suffered a groin injury during a Champions League victory over Eintracht Frankfurt earlier this season.
Slot's Attacking Crisis Deepens
The potential long-term absence of his star striker leaves manager Arne Slot with a severe shortage of forward options at a critical point in the season. The situation is compounded by two other key absences:
- Cody Gakpo is also currently sidelined with an injury.
- Mohamed Salah is away on international duty with Egypt at the African Cup of Nations.
Furthermore, the versatile midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai will be unavailable for the upcoming Saturday fixture against Wolverhampton Wanderers due to suspension, having picked up his fifth yellow card of the campaign.
This perfect storm of unavailable personnel presents Slot with a significant tactical headache as Liverpool look to maintain their momentum in the Premier League title race without their most expensive attacking asset.
