Swedish Squad Lineup: Isak Selected While Viktor Gyokeres Misses Out
The striker joined the Gunners from Sporting in July
Gunners striker the Swedish attacker has been omitted in the new manager's maiden Sweden squad, while Reds forward Alexander Isak received selection
The Arsenal forward is scheduled to undergo additional medical tests in the coming days following worries he suffered a muscle problem in the Gunners's English top flight win at the Clarets on Saturday
The 27-year-old sat out Arsenal' European win versus Slavia Prague on Tuesday
Isak Makes Comeback
The Liverpool striker, absent from action since 22 October owing to a groin injury, made the squad to play in the World Cup matches versus the Swiss team (15 November) plus Slovenia (18 November)
Other England-based Selections
- Tottenham midfielder the young talent, working his way back from concussion
- Magpies winger the Swedish international
Both athletes feature in Potter's Premier League players selected by ex- Brighton, Chelsea and West Ham coach Graham Potter
The New Manager's Hiring
Potter was appointed the Swedish federation first temporarily in late October, under four weeks following he was dismissed from West Ham
Previous boss Jon Dahl Tomasson lost his job after Sweden's defeat to Kosovo on 13 October, an outcome which rendered automatic qualification in qualifying group impossible
Current Situation
Sweden find themselves bottom of their qualifying group with only one point from their opening four games
Even if they fail to finish second, there remains a chance they might be involved in the World Cup play-offs as a result thanks to their showing during the previous UEFA competition
