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Liverpool defender Jeremie Frimpong offered the ideal greeting to record-signing Alexander Isak following the Sweden international's transfer.
The Reds forked out to secure the 25-year-old from Newcastle in a British record deal after a protracted summer pursuit. Isak finalized his switch to Anfield on deadline day, putting pen to paper on a lengthy contract before linking up with Jon Dahl Tomasson's Sweden squad for the international break.
Despite being excluded from first-team training and sitting out the start of the Premier League campaign for the Magpies, the Sweden boss chose to include the nation's No. 9, granting him a brief appearance during Monday's 2-0 loss in Kosovo.
The striker is expected to meet his new colleagues this week ahead of Premier League action resuming when the Reds visit newly-promoted Burnley.
The official Liverpool YouTube channel chose to publish its exclusive behind-the-scenes material of the record arrival during the international break pause, providing a glimpse into how Isak's signing day unfolded.
Alongside medical examinations, fitness assessments, and journeys to and from the AXA Training Centre, the footage captured a moment of Frimpong and Isak reuniting with the Dutchman declaring: "You're finally here," before sharing laughter and a warm hug.
Liverpool was forced to wait until the transfer window's closing day to capture the striker after seeing an earlier offer turned down during the summer.
Isak's discontent soon surfaced, sparking doubts about his future before he dropped a shocking statement on social media.
"I've kept quiet for a long time while others have spoken," he penned.
"That silence has allowed people to push their own version of events, even though they know it doesn't reflect what was really said and agreed behind closed doors.
"The reality is that promises were made and the club has known my position for a long time.
"To now act as if these issues are only emerging is misleading.
"When promises are broken and trust is lost, the relationship can't continue.
"That's where things are for me right now - and why change is in the best interests of everyone, not just myself."
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