Saunders: Isak can rival Haaland for Golden Boot
- Source
- Liverpool EchoLocal press
- By
- liverpool.news@trinitymirror.com (Ian Doyle)
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Key points
- Isak scored in Liverpool's win at Bournemouth on Sunday, his fourth goal in five league games this season
- Former Reds striker believes the Swedish forward has the quality to challenge Manchester City's Haaland for the award
- Saunders credits Gakpo, Wirtz and Barcola's movement in the box for creating space that allows Isak to thrive
Summary
Dean Saunders has backed Alexander Isak to contend for the Premier League's top scorer award, pointing to the striker's form under new head coach Andoni Iraola. Isak has already matched his entire tally from his debut season following his £125million move from Newcastle last September, and sits second in the goalscorers' chart behind Haaland.
Saunders highlighted the Bournemouth goal as evidence of how Liverpool's attacking setup now benefits Isak, with teammates making intelligent runs to occupy defenders and create shooting opportunities. The former record signing believes Isak's fitness will be crucial to Liverpool's season, and praised his finishing ability.
Original headline
Alexander Isak can beat Erling Haaland and two Liverpool players show reason why
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