Alexander Isak and Gakpo miss Liverpool training as academy starlet emerges as a genuine option for Man City
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But as the players stepped out onto the grass, two of Liverpool's biggest attacking stars were nowhere to be seen."Winter is coming..." 🥶 #TeamPixel #ad pic.twitter.com/6AWI0fnIKs— Liverpool FC (@LFC) October 8, 2026Both Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo missed group training entirely, leaving Iraola facing a serious selection dilemma just three days before hosting Enzo Maresca’s league leaders.The attack hit hard: Isak and Gakpo sidelinedThe timing could not be worse for the Reds. But actually as the 24 hours, 48 hours after the game unfold, it’s not quite what you think."Gakpo’s setback is equally damaging.
Young French defender Jérémy Jacquet who gave Liverpool an injury scare when a hamstring strain forced him to miss France's final international match was back out on the pitch and fully involved in both gym and tactical sessions.Jacquet's quick recovery is a huge relief for Iraola. Lewis Koumas could also be an intriguing option for the Reds.The Wales international has already shown that he can operate as a centre-forward for Andoni Iraola, most notably in Liverpool's Carabao Cup third-round clash with Tottenham.
He started three of those Nations League matches, including the most recent 1-0 defeat to Denmark on October 4, meaning he returns to Liverpool having gained further experience at senior international level.His versatility gives Liverpool another option. Manchester City arrive at Anfield sitting top of the Premier League table, having maintained a flawless 100% record with five wins from their opening five fixtures under Enzo Maresca.While City themselves arrive against a backdrop of off-field noise following their recent financial guilty verdict, on the pitch Maresca's side have looked ruthless and organised.Should both Isak and Gakpo fail to pass late fitness tests Iraola will be forced to shuffle his pack.Iraola will face the media at 1:30pm on Friday afternoon for his pre-match press conference, where he is expected to provide the definitive final verdict on whether Isak or Gakpo can play any part in Sunday's blockbuster.Add us as a preferred source on GoogleFollow