Watch: Alexander Isak scores ridiculous solo goal for Sweden vs Norway

He underwent surgery and was ruled out for almost the entirety of the remaining season.

The cruel timing robbed Liverpool of their marquee signing at precisely the moment he appeared to be finding form.

A further groin setback near the end of the season added insult to injury for the Swede and his club, leaving Isak with only a handful of appearances to show for a £125 million outlay in his debut campaign.

His performance for Sweden and that goal in particular will therefore be seen as a significant moment: proof that the player who lit up the Premier League for Newcastle, netting 23 goals in 34 games last season, is still very much capable of the extraordinary.

With Slot now sacked, it remains to be seen if the new manager will be able to unlock the Isak that scored for fun at Newcastle.