Liverpool on brink of welcoming back incredible star | OneFootball

Liverpool are reportedly on the brink of welcoming back a truly incredible player.

Liverpool are about to enter a high-pressure period after the international break. The Reds will need to balance UEFA Champions League qualification with this season's campaign.

That means trying to find a way past Paris Saint-Germain over two legs while also battling for a top-five finish in the Premier League. And they won't have the advantage the Parisians boast in getting a week off ahead of each leg.

In other words, Liverpool needs all the help they can get and it appears they will get that. The Athletic reports that Alexander Isak is on the brink of a return and should face PSG.

Now, whether that means one leg or two, we're not sure (the Champions League tie, Isak should have both). But Liverpool would take just having him as an impact sub towards the end of the meeting at Anfield.

This is a boost, then. Isak's leg break was never keeping out of the entire campaign but it feels like this is the perfect timing for a return.

Alexander Isak: Situation Summary

Injury and Recovery Timeline

Isak has been out of action since 20 December 2025, after suffering a fractured fibula during Liverpool's 2-1 victory over Tottenham. Arne Slot recently provided a cautious update, confirming that while Isak is back in light training, he will not be fit for the FA Cup quarter-final against Manchester City on 4 April. The club is targeting the Champions League quarter-final against PSG later in April for his competitive return.

Season Statistics

Before the injury, Isak's debut campaign at Anfield was largely disrupted. In 16 appearances across all competitions, he recorded 3 goals and 1 assist. His most recent goal came in the same match he was injured, scoring just 15 minutes after being substituted onto the pitch against Spurs.

Future Outlook

Despite his long layoff, rumours have surfaced regarding his long-term future. Reports suggest his representatives have been exploring potential interest from Barcelona, though Liverpool remains committed to the £125 million striker as a cornerstone of their post-Salah attack. Slot has emphasized that fans likely won't see Isak at 100% until after a full 2026 pre-season.