Why Liverpool aren't getting the best out of Isak
BBC Sport pundit Joe Hart believes Alexander Isak dropping deep to receive the ball instead of staying forward is a sign the striker is low in confidence.
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"Alexander Isak dropping deep to receive the ball instead of staying forward is a sign the striker is low in confidence."
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BBC Sport pundit Joe Hart believes Alexander Isak dropping deep to receive the ball instead of staying forward is a sign the striker is low in confidence.
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