Is Isak fit to play for Liverpool tomorrow? Slot confirms, ‘he felt his body more than ever’ | OneFootball

Isak Fitness Raises Questions Ahead of Everton Clash

Liverpool’s build-up to the Merseyside meeting with Everton has been overshadowed by uncertainty over Alexander Isak’s readiness to start. After his debut midweek, the striker admitted he “felt his body more than ever before” – a candid reflection that prompted manager Arne Slot to cast doubt over his involvement from the off.

Encouraging debut tempered by fitness concerns

Isak, who led the line for 57 minutes against Atlético Madrid, gave supporters a glimpse of what he could bring to Slot’s system. His interplay with Florian Wirtz hinted at a partnership that could blossom as the season unfolds. Slot himself confessed that Isak was “fitter than he expected,” but the sharpness of competitive football after a long lay-off told its story.

By Friday, the manager’s tone had shifted. “Alex did feel his body more than ever before after the 60 minutes he played, so let’s see how he recovered today, and then we’ll think about the lineup,” he explained. With just 62 hours separating Wednesday’s exertions from Saturday’s early kick-off, the timing has left little room for recovery.

Return of depth in midfield

While all eyes are on Isak’s condition, there is some positive news. Curtis Jones is back in contention following his pre-international break injury, leaving Slot with a full squad to draw from. Depth may cushion the impact of rotation, but the sense lingers that Liverpool’s hopes against Everton – and further ahead – will be shaped by how swiftly Isak adjusts to the rhythm of regular football once again.