Liverpool striker Isak discussed his decision to join the club last summer, his previous long-term injury, and the tactical demands from new manager Andoni Iraola in an interview with English media. He stated that joining Liverpool was an easy decision and he has never regretted the transfer.

Isak joined Liverpool from Newcastle United on the summer transfer deadline in September 2024 for £125 million, setting a new record for a transfer fee in English football.

Speaking about his decision to join Liverpool, Isak said: "Liverpool is a giant club, and everything about this club made the decision very easy. Also, the club's ambition and their desire to recruit me were very important parts of that."

Last summer, amid uncertainty about his future at Newcastle United, Isak missed preseason training and went to his former club Real Sociedad to train. At that time, he stated that Newcastle United had broken promises made to him. However, in his first season after joining Liverpool, Isak did not have a smooth start in terms of scoring and was then absent from December last year until April this year due to a broken foot. This season, the 26-year-old Isak has scored 3 goals in 4 Premier League matches, equaling his total for the entire previous Premier League season.

When asked if he had ever regretted joining Liverpool last summer, Isak answered: "No, never. I would never think like that."

Regarding the broken foot, Isak said: "It was very difficult. Anyone who has experienced a long-term injury will understand that feeling. But on the other hand, when you're in a good environment and you feel good, you don't always look back because it doesn't help you. So now I'm just looking forward. I'm very optimistic and excited about this season, to see what we can achieve."

Last summer, Isak made his World Cup debut for Sweden. In his first season, he made 22 appearances for Liverpool, with a total playing time of only 1,032 minutes. For Sweden under Potter, Isak scored 1 goal and provided 3 assists at the World Cup, with Sweden eventually eliminated by France in the Round of 32.

Speaking about his first World Cup experience, Isak said: "Representing your country at the World Cup is a dream for most people. Given the injury I suffered last season, the World Cup came at a very timely moment for me. I had this period to regain my rhythm and form through playing. Moreover, it was a very important experience. So being able to participate in the World Cup and then return here for preseason and start a new season was ideal for me."

This summer, Iraola replaced Slot as Liverpool's new head coach. Iraola told Isak that he wants the striker to participate in pressing and defending from the front, as this is also an "attacking weapon" for Liverpool.

Regarding Iraola's demands on him, Isak said: "He asked me to be part of the defensive system, to participate in pressing at certain positions. This way, when we win the ball back, we can quickly launch counterattacks and quickly move the ball forward to the attacking line. He wants me to score goals, but also wants me to participate in pressing. Our way of defending is defending to score goals, so ultimately, defending is also an attacking weapon."

Since Iraola took over, Liverpool aims to implement a more proactive and aggressive style of play. So far this season, they are the team with the most sprints in the Premier League.

Isak said: "He brings his own football philosophy, including how he wants to play and the intensity he demands. I think this will benefit me and the club, and it also aligns with the football approach the club wants to implement."

Speaking about the team's style of play under Iraola, Isak said: "I think this is exactly what the team needs. It's not just about passing the ball to me, but about quickly pushing the ball forward and getting it to all attacking players as quickly as possible. I think this will benefit the team. If we can do this, then we should be able to score more goals."

Isak has currently scored 60 Premier League goals, and he hopes to help Liverpool win trophies this season. However, he also emphasizes that he is not a player who sets personal goals. Isak's best Premier League season by goals was in 2023/24, when he scored 23 goals for Newcastle United.

Regarding his goals for this season, Isak said: "Everyone knows that for this club, success means winning trophies. I hope to score in every match. Every person is different; some people like to set goals for themselves, some don't. I'm in the category that doesn't set goals."

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