Liverpool fans will be eager to see Premier League record signing Alexander Isak make his debut at Burnley this weekend but manager Arne Slot said on Friday the Swede would be eased into the team gradually.

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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 striker Hugo Ekitiké admitted that the Deadline Day arrival of Alexander Isak would make for “tough competition” in the season going forward, yet effectively shifted the impetus onto his club manager Arne Slot to solve then “problem”.

This cautious approach reflects Liverpool’s belief in the long-term value of the player. With a six-year contract secured, the focus is firmly on ensuring Isak is physically prepared to contribute consistently across multiple competitions.

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