India, Sept. 27 -- Liverpool's resurgent frontman has hit an untimely speed bump. Alexander Isak, who had rediscovered his clinical touch after a bruising debut campaign at Anfield, is jetting back to Merseyside rather than lacing up for Sweden's remaining Nations League fixtures. The Reds' medical staff now take center stage as Arne Slot's side braces for a nervy wait ahead of a daunting October fixture list, headlined by Manchester City's visit to Anfield.

What Happened?

Isak had been in electric form for the Sweden national football team, netting the opener in a 2-1 Nations League victory over Romania after playing the full 90 minutes on Friday.

However, the Liverpool star was spotted with a limp and a bloody toe following a forcefu...