The Swedish frontman was withdrawn early on in the 1-1 draw at Selhurst Park on Saturday but with the Reds in town in midweek, head coach Howe is hopeful Isak will be fit enough to play a part.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Alex took a knock to his hip. We haven't seen him in training yet, but we don't think it's a long-term injury. Dan (Burn) got through the game well. When he got suspended, we used that as an opportunity to look after his ankle and get himself fit. He was outstanding against Crystal Palace, and he came through the game okay,\u201d said Howe in a press conference.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Liverpool\u2019s remarkable start under Arne Slot has translated to 18 wins, one draw and a solitary defeat so far this season, a form that has put them top of both the Premier League and Champions League tables. Their lead domestically was extended to nine points by the victory versus City, which was secured by Gakpo\u2019s early opener and a late Mohamed Salah penalty.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Liverpool will be looking to cap off an incredibly difficult run of fixtures, which has seen them breeze past Real Madrid and Manchester City, with a win at St James Park against Newcastle United on Thursday (IST).<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Liverpool are very good, very strong - what a week they have had against Real Madrid and Manchester City. Players are playing well - we are going to need to put in a good defensive performance and pose their questions going forward as well,\u201d added Howe.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Liverpool will be looking to cap off an incredibly difficult run of fixtures, which has seen them breeze past Real Madrid and Manchester City, with a win at St James Park against Newcastle United on Thursday (IST).<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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