Liverpool fans have Alexander Isak concerns for all the wrong reasons as data shows

Isak ranks in the 11th percentile for touches per 90 but is second in the Premier League with seven goals; Liverpool's tactical shift under Iraola prioritizes his positioning over involvement.

Liverpool fans have raised concerns about Alexander Isak's limited involvement in matches, but data reveals this reflects Andoni Iraola's tactical approach rather than a problem. Isak averages just 25.2 touches per 90 minutes—placing him in the 11th percentile—yet he is the Premier League's second-top scorer with seven goals.

His role has shifted from the high-pressing, ball-involved style of Roberto Firmino and Darwin Nunez under Jurgen Klopp. Instead, Iraola's system uses Isak to occupy defenders centrally while the team builds attacks primarily down the left wing (39% of attacks), with the centre accounting for only 29%.

This tactical setup means Isak is most effective staying central to receive crosses rather than engaging in build-up play. The data suggests supporters should judge him on his finishing and impact rather than touch count—a striker with fewer touches but more goals is delivering exactly what Liverpool need this season.