The build-up to our trip to Leeds has centred on one of the most expensive voices inside the Liverpool dressing room speaking openly about his current form.Our record signing Alexander Isak gave a detailed and honest interview to Sky Sports Premier League, and the timing could not be more significant after a mixed start to life on Merseyside.The 26-year-old has made 12 appearances since joining on Deadline Day, with a lack of pre-season fitness meaning he has only recently put a consistent run together for the first time.“I expect to do much more,” said our No.9, emphasising that he demands the highest standards from himself.He added: “Obviously I’m the first one to know…when I’m doing good and when I’m not doing good. I don’t need anyone to tell me how I’m doing.”The Sweden international stressed that the season is not yet at a stage where he evaluates his performances, insisting the focus must be on “the moment, the next game and just start winning games.”His words have arrived during a week where other voices have stepped forward to analyse his displays.Isak discussion grows after pundit comments(Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)Emile Heskey offered sympathy to the Sweden international, while also acknowledging the struggles that have shaped our recent run.The former Liverpool forward said it had been “a tough time” for the former Newcastle man, adding that “moving clubs, coming to arguably the biggest club in the world, and your fitness levels are not quite there” makes the transition even more difficult.On top of that, Steve Nicol described the £125m striker as “invisible” in our draw with Sunderland, although he made the point that Isak has been getting “absolutely nothing” from the team creatively.His reflection that “I actually forgot he was playing at one stage in the second half” came during a wider discussion about our lack of chances in recent games, even if Isak did score against West Ham last weekend.Liverpool need more around Isak to unlock best form(Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)With Liverpool creating few big openings in our last outing against Sunderland, until Florian Wirtz forced the late equaliser via a heavy deflection, chances have been scarce for the attacking players.Our German midfielder’s involvement in that moment again highlighted the need for improved service, especially when Liverpool have signed Wirtz and Isak to be a decisive presence in the final third.At the same time, Nicol’s wider point that “I do still feel a little bit for Wirtz and Isak” resonates strongly.It underlines a collective responsibility rather than placing the spotlight solely on our new signings.As we prepare for Leeds away and then Inter Milan, the message from our striker is simple and grounded.Stay positive. Work harder. Deliver more.And with the honesty he showed on camera, there is every chance that the 26-year-old will soon find the rhythm he is demanding from himself.You can watch Isak’s interview via Sky Sports Premier League on YouTube:You can watch Slot’s pre-Leeds press conference via Empire of the Kop on YouTube:Join our channel of readers on WhatsApp to get the day’s top stories straight to your mobileThe post Isak interview sparks debate as ex-Red says Liverpool are giving him nothing appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.