History suggests Peter Schmeichel’s bitterness towards Liverpool and Isak will hit him in the face

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But form is temporary, and class is permanent, as someone needs to tell that to a certain Peter Schmeichel, who has raised his doubts over Isak’s goalscoring ability.During a quick Q/A with Viaplay, the former Manchester United goalkeeper was asked whether Isak will score over 20 goals for Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool this season, and he simply responded ‘no.’ READ MORE: Paul Scholes names the current Liverpool player he would have at Manchester United ahead of Mo Salah Do you agree with Toni Kroos’ ranking of Virgil van Dijk, or should he be higher/lower? Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images Peter Schmeichel doubts Liverpool’s trophy chances and Alexander Isak’s goalsRemember, Isak already has four goals from five Premier League matches, as a pre-season has done him the world of good.

That in itself should be a reason why Schmeichel should question his doubts over Isak netting 20+ goals, not forgetting that the Reds are sitting in the top six and are starting to pick up some form.But while Schmeichel can’t see properly through those glasses, history in itself will shut him down and tell him that Isak, if he remains injury-free, will comfortably score 20+ goals. Isak spent three seasons at Newcastle, scoring 20+ goals in two of those campaigns, and not doing so in his debut season in England because he only played 22 matches, but still managed ten goals.

Season Games (Premier League only)Goals22/23221023/24302124/25342325/2614326/2754The only concern Liverpool fans should have towards Isak is availability. Question: ‘Liverpool have a better starting XI than Manchester City?’Schmeichel responded: ‘No.’Question: ‘Isak will score 20+ Premier League goals this season?’Schmeichel responded: ‘No.’Question: ‘Liverpool will win a trophy this season?’Schmeichel responded: ‘I doubt it.’ Join Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox