Alexander Isak headlines three Premier League stars using international break to transform their seasons
Alexander Isak has been struggling ever since his move to Liverpool as he looks to bounce back with Sweden during the international break.
Isak sealed a record-breaking deadline day move to Liverpool last summer yet has failed to meet the high expectations of him.
The forward has been competing for a starting role yet, Premier League legend Matt Le Tissier exclusively told Football Insider that Hugo Ekitike should be the main man for Liverpool based on current form.
The 26-year-old is among many English top-flight players in desperate need of a productive international break to reset and reignite their poor club performances.
Jorgen Strand Larsen
Usually a reliable goalscorer for Wolves, Jorgen Strand Larsen has seemingly had his head turned by transfer speculation since the summer.
The Norwegian was chased by Newcastle in the last transfer window with the Wanderers blocking any advances for their prized forward.
The 25-year-old has had an injury-hit start to the 2025-26 campaign which has seen him score just once in nine appearances in the Premier League.
Away with a confident Norway side that is on course to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, new Wolves manager Rob Edwards will be hoping the motivating environment will bring Strand Larsen back to Molineux in top form.
Dan James
Dan James has been battling with injury for Leeds since they returned to the Premier League and is struggling to force his way back into Daniel Farke’s thinking.
The Wales international last started for the Whites in their 0-0 draw with Newcastle on 30 August with Brenden Aaronson stealing his starting spot in his absence.
The American has done more than enough to keep the ex-Swansea City winger out of the first team, highlighting the need for a big international break with his country.
Craig Bellamy’s side are locked in a tense fight for the World Cup play-offs as they take on Liechtenstein and North Macedonia with two wins imperative.
James will be seeking to use the opportunity to get back in form and impress Farke on international duty.
Alexander Isak
As highlighted, the Swede has had a less than inspiring start to life at Anfield since his blockbuster deadline day move.
Following a period of getting back up to full match fitness due to no pre-season, Isak has only mustered one goal in eight appearances in all competitions.
Arne Slot will be seriously contemplating whether the former Newcastle man has what it takes to reach his usual high levels and the international break will offer ample opportunity for him to get back to his best.
Sweden must win both of their matches against Slovenia and Switzerland to have any chance of qualifying for the World Cup.
Moreover, with Viktor Gyokeres out with injury, onus will be on Isak to spearhead Graham Potter‘s attack and produce a miracle for his country.