Liverpool's Slot Urges Patience With £125m Striker Isak Integration

Liverpool's new signing Alexander Isak, acquired for a British-record fee, is being gradually integrated into the team due to missing a proper pre-season and limited recent playing time. Manager Arne Slot, who described Isak as "maybe the best striker in the world," emphasized that fans should not expect him to play full 90-minute matches immediately, as the player missed three to four months of team training. Slot praised Sweden's coach for carefully managing Isak's workload during international duty to prevent injury and stated Liverpool would adopt a similar approach. Despite the delayed start and limited minutes played this season, Liverpool views Isak as a long-term investment, having signed him on a six-year deal. The club's strategy focuses on gradually building his fitness while balancing a busy match schedule. Slot also expressed contentment in securing the deal after a hectic transfer window, underscoring the club's confidence in Isak's future contributions.