Liverpool have released new photos of Alexander Isak as he continues his recovery from injury, providing an encouraging update ahead of the FA Cup meeting with Brighton at Anfield.
In an update published on Liverpoolfc.com, the club confirmed that the Sweden international is making steady progress in his rehabilitation programme at the AXA Training Centre.
The statement read: “Alexander Isak continued his injury rehabilitation at the AXA Training Centre on Friday.
“The Liverpool striker has been out of match action since undergoing surgery in December.
“Isak suffered an ankle injury, including a fibula fracture, while scoring in the Reds’ 2-1 victory at Tottenham Hotspur.”
The latest images show the 26-year-old forward working indoors, jogging and striking the ball — clear signs that he has moved into the next stage of his recovery.
What Isak’s return means for Liverpool
Head coach Arne Slot previously labelled the setback a “big, big disappointment,” revealing that the striker would be sidelined for “a couple of months,” highlighting the seriousness of the injury.
Since undergoing surgery in December for the ankle issue and fibula fracture, Alexander Isak has not featured for Liverpool. His return to ball work therefore represents a major step forward.
Although he is not expected to be available for the FA Cup tie against Brighton, the training footage suggests a gradual return to full team sessions could be on the horizon.
Liverpool currently sit sixth in the Premier League on 42 points and remain firmly in the race for Champions League qualification. With a demanding run-in ahead, strengthening attacking depth will be vital.
Isak’s season so far
It has been a disrupted campaign for Isak, who has made 16 appearances across all competitions, scoring three goals and providing one assist in 781 minutes.
Appearances: 16
Goals: 3
Assists: 1
Minutes played: 781
Those figures reflect limited continuity more than any drop in ability.
There has been increasing debate about whether the striker has faced unfair criticism, particularly as he arrived late in the transfer window and missed important conditioning phases under Slot’s demanding system.
Fitness, rather than form, has been the primary obstacle.
The Swedish forward has struggled to maintain momentum due to recurring setbacks, but the latest images indicate he is steadily working his way back toward full sharpness.
For Liverpool, the overall message is an encouraging one.
Isak is back running, back striking the ball, and moving closer to providing another attacking option at a crucial stage of the season.
