Alexander Isak has touched down in the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking another milestone in what has been a transformative year for the Swedish striker. The 26-year-old, who completed a British-record £125 million move to Liverpool FC from Newcastle United in September 2025, is now turning his attention to international duty as Sweden prepares for the tournament.
Isak arrived in the US on June 8, 2026, joining his national team teammates after being officially named in Sweden’s World Cup squad, which was announced in mid-May 2026. The squad also features Viktor Gyokeres, giving Sweden a formidable attacking lineup heading into the competition.
From record transfer to World Cup stage
The £125 million price tag Liverpool paid for him didn’t just break the British transfer record. It cemented his status as one of the most valuable strikers on the planet.
He went on to score on his World Cup debut, a moment that validated both Liverpool’s investment and Sweden’s decision to build their attacking strategy around him.
