Liverpool's recent acquisition of Alexander Isak has stirred excitement among fans and players alike. Hugo Ekitike, a fellow striker at the club, views Isak's arrival as a positive development for his growth.
Ekitike joined Liverpool for £69 million in the summer and quickly made an impact by scoring five goals in his first ten matches.
Despite this promising start, Liverpool pursued Isak throughout the transfer window, eventually signing him on deadline day for £125 million.
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The integration of both strikers into the team is a topic of interest. Head coach Arne Slot faces the challenge of finding a way to utilise
both talents effectively. Ekitike was unavailable for their recent EFL Cup victory over Southampton due to a red card, delaying any potential partnership with Isak on the pitch.Ekitike expressed optimism about having multiple strikers at a top club like Liverpool. "I think it's good with players in such a big club," he said. "I can't see one big club playing with only one striker, so I think it's good that he's here. " He also acknowledged that having Isak around would aid his own development, saying, "Even for me at my age, I think I still have a lot of things to improve and learn. "Both players bring impressive records from their previous seasons. Ekitike contributed to 23 goals (15 goals and eight assists) while playing for Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga. Meanwhile, Isak was instrumental in Newcastle's success last season with 29 goal contributions (23 goals and six assists), helping them secure Champions League qualification.When asked about playing alongside Isak, Ekitike deferred to the coach's decision-making process. "[As for if we can play together] that's for the coach to decide how he wants to play. That's not me," he stated. However, he expressed confidence in adapting to various formations: "I've been playing in two-striker composition, one striker, so I can do a lot of things. "
Upcoming Challenges
The possibility of seeing both strikers on the field together could become reality soon. Liverpool is set to face Galatasaray in their next Champions League match on Tuesday. This game might provide an opportunity for Ekitike and Isak to showcase their combined prowess.As Liverpool continues its campaign across different competitions, integrating these two talented forwards will be crucial. Their ability to work together could significantly impact the team's performance this season.
