Liverpool's Isak out for at least two months after reckless tackle: Slot

Liverpool striker Alexander Isak is expected to be sidelined for at least a couple of months after breaking his leg and undergoing surgery, the Premier League club’s manager Arne Slot said on Tuesday.

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Isak suffered the injury in scoring Liverpool's opening goal in Saturday's 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur when his foot got caught between Micky van de Ven’s legs as the defender dived to block his shot.

The injury is a massive blow for Liverpool as they look to rescue their title defence.

"It's going to be a long injury for a couple of months. That's a big disappointment for him and as a result, also for us,” Slot told reporters ahead of a home league match against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday.

The Dutch manager described the challenge that caused the injury as reckless.