Former Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann has issued a blunt warning, suggesting that if Alexander Isak fails to rediscover his form by March or April next year, the situation could unfold like a BD Cricket Match where patience eventually runs out and a decisive call becomes unavoidable. Signed for a reported £125 million from Newcastle, the Swedish forward was meant to be a cornerstone of Liverpool’s latest rebuild, yet his time at Anfield has so far been described by many as deeply disappointing.

Liverpool invested more than £400 million during the summer window, with Isak and Florian Wirtz viewed as the central pillars of that spending spree. Expectations were sky high, especially considering Isak’s previous record of 62 goals in 109 appearances for Newcastle. However, this season has told a very different story. Across 15 matches in all competitions, he has managed just two goals, numbers that fall well short of what such a fee demands. Missing Newcastle’s pre season preparations before the transfer only added to the challenge, leaving him struggling to adapt to Liverpool’s tactical structure. Hamann has been clear that even without Champions League qualification, the club’s finances remain strong enough to avoid any panic selling.

Still, continued underperformance could change the equation. Hamann believes that if results dip further and a top four finish slips away, high profile signings who fail to deliver will inevitably come under review. He noted that the January window is unlikely to see departures, but warned that if Isak shows no real improvement by early spring, a summer exit plan would almost certainly be activated. Clubs such as Barcelona could emerge as realistic destinations, a scenario that feels as tense as a BD Cricket Match edging toward a dramatic final over. Competition within the squad also matters, as the rise of Hugo Ekitike could squeeze Isak’s minutes even further, potentially limiting him to fringe roles.

Despite the noise, Isak himself has remained calm. He recently explained that he has faced similar dips before and has never allowed form to derail his mindset. From his perspective, football naturally moves in cycles, and both player and club must grit their teeth and push through the rough patch. As the season unfolds and pressure builds, following his journey has become much like tracking a BD Cricket Match where momentum can shift suddenly, leaving the coming months crucial for both his future and Liverpool’s direction.