Premier League: With Alisson bid, are Liverpool title favorites?
Liverpool have been searching for a new goal-keeper for quite some time and now they have identified AS Roma's Alisson Becker as their main target. As per reports, the Reds could break the bank with a £62 mn offer for the Brazilian. If Liverpool do manage to sign the player, then they could mount a serious title challenge for the 2018-19 season.
Alisson has been impressive for Roma and Brazil
Roma want around £66 mn for their star player and given Liverpool are in a dire situation, they will most likely go ahead. Alisson played a prominent role for the Serie A club, last season, across all competitions. He also impressed for Brazil in the recently concluded FIFA World Cup 2018. The 25-year-old could solve major issues for the Reds.
Liverpool's goal-keeping problems need an answer
If the Reds want to challenge City for the Premier League title, they cannot have Karius as their main custodian. The 25-year-old German made two big mistakes in the final of the 2017-18 Champions League and also has been below par in Liverpool's pre-season tour. Therefore, getting Alisson is vital for Liverpool. He can win big matches in both EPL and the Champions League.
Liverpool making the right noise
The Reds have had a busy transfer window this season as Jurgen Klopp announced that he means business. Earlier, he roped in mid-fielder Fabinho from Monaco and with Naby Keita set to play from this season, their mid-field looks stronger than last season. The Champions League finalists also acquired Xherdan Shaqiri to bolster their world-class attacking line-up.
Liverpool in for EPL title challenge this season
Klopp had acquired the right talent, last season, who played a major role in their UCL campaign. This term, too, they have continued to shop shrewdly. The Manchester clubs might be the top two contenders for the title but Liverpool are not behind. They could make a real mark this season. In short, Liverpool are a dangerous outfit and Klopp is hungry.
