Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has explained the lengths to which Reds manager Jurgen Klopp went to sign him during the summer transfer window.
The Reds have had problems in the goalkeeping department for the past half-decade. It was quite evident last season that a new shot-stopper would be needed after both Simon Mignolet and Loris Karius did not prove that they were long-term first-choice options.
Alisson developed a reputation as being one of the world’s best keepers during his time with Roma last season. He earned himself a historic £65 million move to the Reds, which has since been surpassed by Chelsea’s purchase of Kepa Arrizabalaga from Athletic Bilbao for £71.6 million.
Alisson has already made an impact at Anfield, as he has impressed with his good footwork and distribution skills. The Brazilian as also yet to concede a goal so far this season, after the Reds recorded wins in their first three League games against West Ham, Crystal Palace and Brighton and Hove Albion.
Alisson has revealed that a conversation which he shared with Klopp played a big role in his decision to choose to sign for the Reds.
He told ESPN Brazil: “He is a person who gives himself 100 percent to what he is doing,”
“The chat I had with him is one of the things that left me more calm.
“He showed his interest in having me, not only the club’s interest but also his. It was a long interview despite my staggered English, but we understood each other well.
“He told me about how he works, how I would fit into the squad, how I also could grow personally here. He told me a little bit about the project – a project with a winning mindset.
“Now that I am inside I am aware that everything he told me is a reality. It is a club that treats you like a family, even the fans. They are very warm; they are famous for it around the whole world. It is a very big club.
“I was very well received by my teammates and by Klopp. He also treats the players really well off the pitch. On the pitch, he is also a tremendously intelligent manager.
“He prepares the game in a very precise way during the week, placing all players on the pitch to make us aware of what we are going to find on the pitch and also giving resources about the offensive and defensive movements.”
