J. Dahl Tomasson

Why Alexander Isak did not feature for Sweden against Slovenia in World Cup qualifying following blockbuster move to Liverpool

Sweden manager Jon Dahl Tomasson has admitted that leaving Alexander Isak out of Friday’s 2-2 draw against Slovenia was purely down to caution. The striker, who shattered the British transfer record with his £125 million move to Liverpool on deadline day, has barely trained and hasn’t kicked a ball in competitive action since forcing his way out of Newcastle United this summer.

'He is smarter than me' – Alexander Isak drafted into Sweden's squad for 2026 World Cup qualifiers despite Newcastle exile as Jon Dahl Tomasson gives verdict on Liverpool transfer saga

Jon Dahl Tomasson has drafted Alexander Isak into his squad for Sweden's first set of 2026 World Cup qualifiers despite his continued Newcastle exile. Isak has yet to feature this season for the Magpies as he pushes for a transfer to Liverpool, raising questions over his fitness and readiness. But Tomasson believes the striker’s quality is too good to ignore.