Alexis Mac Allister speaks on potentially bringing Lionel Messi to Liverpool
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Alexis Mac Allister recently spoke about the prospect of Lionel Messi joining Liverpool during an interview with TNT Sports. The Liverpool midfielder, who won the 2022 FIFA World Cup with Messi in the Argentina squad, discussed his relationship with the football legend and the idea of Messi moving to Anfield.
Mac Allister acknowledged the immense stature of Messi, describing him as the "greatest player of all time." Though Messi had not been linked to Liverpool recently, the topic came up multiple times during the fan-led Q&A session. Mac Allister revealed that he has communicated with Messi occasionally, but no concrete discussions about a Liverpool move were disclosed.
Moreover, Mac Allister mentioned a Liverpool player who reminded him of Messi in terms of style and ability. He identified former Liverpool winger Luis Díaz as the closest player to Messi he has seen. Díaz was transferred to Bayern Munich in the summer, a move described as a significant sale by Liverpool in the transfer window.
Mac Allister himself has become a key figure for Liverpool since joining from Brighton in 2023 for around £35 million. He played a pivotal role in Liverpool’s 2024/25 Premier League title-winning campaign under manager Arne Slot.
While there are no direct plans or negotiations to bring Messi to Liverpool, Mac Allister’s comments highlight the admiration Liverpool players have for the Argentine legend and hint at the club’s desire for world-class talent. The club also values its existing squad, with Mac Allister emphasizing his commitment to Liverpool amid interest from other top clubs, including Real Madrid.
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