Liverpool manager Arne Slot said Alexander Isak’s decision to go on strike at Newcastle United doesn’t reflect badly on his character and boldly claimed it’s ne

Arne Slot believes Alexander Isak will prove to be a huge asset for Liverpool — but warned that patience will be required as they build up his fitness. The Sweden striker completed a British record £125million ($169.1m) move to Anfield from Newcastle United on deadline day.

Liverpool will be keen to extend their perfect start to the 2025/26 Premier League campaign when they will travel to Turf Moor to face Burnley.

Liverpool were ruthless in shattering the British transfer record but their deadline-day recruit arrives short on match fitness

The Blues were active in the early weeks of the summer. Liam Delap joined from Ipswich Town for £30 million on June 4, one month before João Pedrom ironically a target for Newcastle, completed a £60 million switch from Brighton & Hove Albion.

Arne Slot is adamant he has no concerns over the attitude of new signing Alexander Isak following the forward's decision to go on strike in order to force through his move to Liverpool from Newcastle.

Summer signing Frimpong missed the Premier League victories over Newcastle and Arsenal with a hamstring injury

Premier League champions Liverpool face Burnley on Sunday as Arne Slot's men look to continue their 100 percent start to the new campaign, with £125million Alexander Isak now amongst their ranks after