Liverpool Injury Update: Isak And Gakpo Ruled Out of Manchester City Clash as Chiesa And Jacquet Hand Reds Timely Boost

The international break has dealt a heavy hand to Liverpool ahead of their high-stakes Premier League showdown against Manchester City at Anfield.

Head coach Andoni Iraola has confirmed that key attacking duo Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo will play no part in the upcoming fixture.

The Attacking Blow: Isak And Gakpo Sidelined

Alexander Isak picked up a thigh strain while representing Sweden, forcing him to exit international duty early.

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Medical staff are treating it as a minor muscle issue, but the club is refusing to rush his recovery for Sunday.

Cody Gakpo is similarly sidelined after suffering an ankle problem from a heavy challenge by Saša Lukić during the Netherlands’ fixture against Serbia.