Michael Owen has updated his assessment of Alexander Isak, pivoting from questioning the striker’s impact to suggesting he can become a key figure for Liverpool under head coach Andoni Iraola. In an exclusive interview with TEAMtalk, the former Liverpool striker observed that Isak is beginning to look sharp and is capable of delivering for the club this campaign.
This represents a clear change in tone compared to Owen's remarks on August 25. At that time, while speaking to talkSPORT, Owen claimed the Swedish international was “running out of excuses” to justify the investment made to bring him to Anfield. That initial criticism arrived after a debut season that was notably disrupted by a fibula fracture sustained in December.
Reflecting on his new stance, Owen emphasized the difficulty of returning to peak performance after injuries. "Isak has scored a few goals now and looks sharp; I think he will continue to have a very good season," Owen said. "I like him a lot, and he absolutely can be a very big player for the club this season."
The focus now turns to whether Isak can maintain this momentum as Iraola continues to refine his tactical setup. With Liverpool preparing for upcoming fixtures, such as the Carabao Cup tie against Tottenham Hotspur, Isak's form is viewed as critical to the team's overall attacking effectiveness.
