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Opinion: Andoni Iraola ready to unleash striker, might be better than Alexander Isak

Andoni Iraola looks ready to unleash a Liverpool striker. He may be an even better fit than Alexander Isak.

By Alex Caple · Anfield Watch

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 8:30 AM

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Writer Alex Caple argues Lewis Koumas could be a tactically superior fit to Alexander Isak against Manchester City.
Andoni Iraola confirmed both Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo returned from international duty with injuries.
The writer emphasizes that Koumas provides relentless pressing and channel running to unsettle City's backline.

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Alex Caple of Anfield Watch argues that Lewis Koumas could be an ideal tactical option for Liverpool's upcoming clash against Manchester City. With Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo returning from international duty carrying injuries, manager Andoni Iraola faces fitness decisions ahead of Sunday's fixture.

While acknowledging Koumas is not superior to Isak in overall quality, the writer argues Koumas's pressing ability and off-the-ball running suit Iraola's tactics against City.

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Opinion: Andoni Iraola ready to unleash striker, might be better than Alexander Isak

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