Alexis Mac Allister speaks on potentially bringing Lionel Messi to Liverpool
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Alexis Mac Allister, Liverpool midfielder and 2022 FIFA World Cup winner with Lionel Messi in Argentina’s squad, recently spoke about a Liverpool player he equates to Lionel Messi. During a fan Q&A session with TNT Sports, Mac Allister revealed that former Liverpool winger Luis Diaz was "the closest thing" he has ever seen to Messi in terms of style and ability. Diaz, who was sold by Liverpool’s manager Arne Slot, left a strong impression on Mac Allister, linking the Colombian closely to the legendary Argentine's skillset.
Mac Allister joined Liverpool in 2023 from Brighton for around £35 million and has become a pivotal figure in manager Arne Slot’s midfield setup. Despite Liverpool selling Luis Diaz in the summer transfer window, Mac Allister holds the former star winger in high regard, equating his talent and playing style to Messi’s, which highlights how highly Diaz was valued internally at Liverpool.
In addition to his admiration for Diaz, Mac Allister has discussed his interactions with Messi, his international captain, including whether Liverpool has come up in their personal conversations. However, the key highlight was Mac Allister naming Diaz as Liverpool's own "Messi," reflecting the distinctive qualities Diaz exhibited during training and matches.
Mac Allister's comments came amid ongoing widespread reports linking him to Real Madrid, who reportedly value him highly following his influential role in Liverpool's squad, although no transfer move has materialized yet. Meanwhile, Mac Allister continues to contribute decisively to Liverpool’s success, including helping the club win the Premier League 2024/25 title.
This perspective from Mac Allister offers fans an intriguing insight into Liverpool's internal player evaluations, with Diaz’s style considered reminiscent of Messi’s by a World Cup-winning teammate. It also underscores Mac Allister’s own rising profile, bridging elite international and club football experiences.
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