Alexander Isak has been labelled as the “best striker in the Premier League right now” after the Newcastle United forward delivered a sensational display in a 2-0 win against Manchester United at Old Trafford.
That is the view of former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher, who lauded the Swede after he scored for the sixth straight Premier League match and took his tally in December to eight goals, more than any other player.
“He is the best striker in the Premier League right now, and he is, I don’t think it’s actually close right now, I think he’s the real standout,” Carragher said on Sky Sports.
“He’s not just a goalscorer, you’re seeing some of his touches, and I can never forget the first time I saw him play…