Alexander Isak’s move to Liverpool FC has been all over the back pages, but no one was expecting this…

Alexander Isak in a red Liverpool kit and Arne Slot in a black Liverpool top in a red city

‘Behind the scenes’ – Liverpool issued Alexander Isak warning by Newcastle United

Alexander Isak faces a tough race to regain full match fitness ahead of Liverpool’s trip to Burnley on Sunday.

Isak joined Liverpool in a record breaking deal worth £125 million, swapping St James’ Park for Anfield.

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The saga connecting Isak to Liverpool rumbled on throughout the summer, with the Swede effectively going on strike to force a move.

Arne Slot’s side will now travel to Turf Moor in a bid to continue their perfect start to their Premier League title defence.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot clapping his hands

Alexander Isak faces race to be fit for Liverpool debut

Due to Isak’s transfer hold out, the Swede had a watered down pre season, meaning he’s weeks behind in his preparation for the new campaign.

The Chronicle, via Anfield Edition on X (formerly Twitter), have now reported that Newcastle were preparing a special fitness regime for Isak if he was to return to the side after the transfer window.

Alexander Isak, Liverpool holding his hands together in front of Anfield

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The report said: “Newcastle had created a bespoke fitness plan for Alexander Isak in the event he ended up staying at the club and was reintegrated.