Arne Slot comments on Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike starting together
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Arne Slot comments on Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike starting together
"Arne Slot on Ekitike and Isak playing together in the forward line: Hugo can also play from the left different from how Cody [Gakpo] or Rio [Ngumoha] do this so we have multiple options, but they have to stay fit. If some are not fit, we might have to use them both in a 4-4-2. It depends on their form and how many players we have available."
"Using the two players together could be a bit of a tactical gamble for Liverpool. They have been quite vulnerable defensively this season, and they have already conceded a fair number of goals. Deploying two strikers could leave them further exposed defensively and in the midfield. However, the two players are extremely talented, and they could make a huge difference in the final third if they can combine well."
Liverpool paid substantial sums for Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike during the summer transfer window. Both players are talented and unlikely to accept prolonged bench roles. Manager Arne Slot confirmed that both might be used together in a 4-4-2 depending on injuries, availability, and form, and he noted Ekitike can operate as a left-sided forward. Deploying two strikers could increase Liverpool's attacking potency but would be a tactical gamble given the team's defensive vulnerability and number of goals conceded. If the two combine effectively they could form a lethal partnership and significantly boost Liverpool's final-third threat.
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