Alisson is still angry with me, he never understood. At the beginning, I protected him, he had to improve - and then we burned all the Brazilian goalkeepers here' Director reveals tough relationship with Liverpool keeper and eventual transfer
Alisson Becker's journey to becoming Liverpool's first-choice goalkeeper has been marked by significant challenges and growth, influenced by complex relationships with his coaches and the pressures of high-profile transfers.
In 2018, Liverpool secured Alisson from AS Roma for a then-record fee of £67 million. The decision to leave Roma was emotionally taxing for Alisson, who had developed deep connections during his two-year tenure there. He admitted, "I cried a lot, together with my wife... I made a professional decision; a step forward in my career and for Roma, who earned a huge sum.
Upon his arrival at Liverpool, Alisson worked closely with goalkeeping coach John Achterberg. Despite Achterberg facing criticism for the performance of previous goalkeepers, Alisson publicly defended him, stating, "John has proved to be not just a great goalkeeping coach but a great guy, a great person."
Alisson's early days at Liverpool were not without setbacks. A notable error occurred during a match against Leicester City, where his attempt to dribble past an opponent led to a conceded goal. Reflecting on the mistake, Alisson expressed his frustration: "I am angry that I made a mistake that put the team in a difficult situation... I'm not going to be arrogant to stand here and say I'm going to keep doing it. We have to learn from our mistakes."
Over time, Alisson's resilience and dedication have solidified his position as a key player for Liverpool. His journey underscores the complexities athletes face in balancing professional decisions, personal relationships, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
Alisson is still angry with me, he never understood. At the beginning, I protected him, he had to improve - and then we burned all the Brazilian goalkeepers here' Director reveals tough relationship with Liverpool keeper and eventual transfer.
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