Article by Cosmin Nistor – Published Wednesday, December 24, 2025 3:05 p.m. / Updated Wednesday, December 24, 2025 4:15 p.m.
The “Cormorants” striker, transferred in the summer from Newcastle for the sum of 145 million euros, was injured following a collision with Micky van de Ven, being diagnosed with an ankle injury, which also includes a fibula fracture.
Alexander Isak: “I am devastated that I will be unavailable for a while”
Alexander Isak came on at half-time for Conor Bradley and needed just 11 minutes to score, his third goal of the season.
Shortly after the completion, the Swede was hit by Van de Ven and could not continue the game, leaving the field visibly damaged.
I am devastated that I will be unavailable for a while. Time to recover and support the team from the stands.
I will work hard to get back as soon as possible. Thanks to all the “cormorants” and everyone else for the kind messages, they don't go unnoticed #YNWA.
– was the message posted by Isak on Instagram
Micky van de Ven: “I didn't mean to crash him”
After the Swede finished, Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven slid in and tackled the forward, who was left lying on the turf and struggled off the field with serious ankle pain, an area he has struggled with in the past.
The Dutch stopper of Tottenham wanted to send a public message after the injury of the most expensive transfer in the history of Liverpool:
I texted him and told him I didn't mean to crash or hurt him in any way. I just wanted to block the shot. I think it was a bit of bad luck because his leg ended up between my legs.
I texted him afterwards and wished him well. I hope to see him on the pitch soon. He appreciated my message and replied.
– said Van de Ven, for Sky Sports
