When Alexander Isak is expected to return from his injury

"Isak's goal was only his second for Liverpool, with the Swede enduring a difficult start to life at Anfield since his record transfer in the summer. He has struggled with match fitness and only just started to show glimpses of his self but the goal against Spurs ended up being costly for him. While he finished his chance spectacularly, Micky van de Ven caught him as he shot quite recklessly, which ended his night."

"After a period of uncertainty regarding his injury, David Ornstein provided an update last night confirming a fracture and that he will be out for months', A report from Football Paparazzi has detailed the different possibilities of a return based on the injury type and shared an expected return time for Liverpool's number 9. As per the outlet, the Swedish international's recovery is currently balanced between a best-case scenario and a cautious rehabilitation program."

"The report outlines three distinct possibilities for his return to the matchday squad. The most optimistic date is mid-March of next year. If he returns as per this timeline, his return could be against Tottenham at Anfield. This has been described as a poetic return date. However, a more realistic return date is said to be early April. This timeline allows for a full integration into training during the March international break, ensuring he is match-fit for the final season run-in."

Liverpool secured a 2-1 win over a nine-men Tottenham, with Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike scoring and Richarlison scoring for Spurs. Isak's goal was his second for Liverpool after a difficult start following a record transfer, with ongoing match-fitness issues. A reckless shot challenged by Micky van de Ven resulted in injury; David Ornstein confirmed a fracture and that Isak will be out for months. Recovery scenarios range from a best-case return to training in mid-to-late March 2026 to a more cautious program targeting early April for match readiness. The realistic timeline implies missing a significant portion of the 2025/26 campaign.

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