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Alisson and Natalia Becker have been married since 2015 (Image: Instagram/@natalialbecker)

Alisson Becker's wife has issued a proud message as she continues her recovery.

Natalia Becker took to Instagram over the weekend to reveal has recently underwent an operation, which led to the Brazilian goalkeeper leaving Liverpool FC's tour earlier than planned.

The mum-of-three confirmed she was recovering after the operation as she shared a photo alongside the Reds number one.



Thanks to all who sent messages."

The couple have been happily married since 2015 and Natalia regularly uses her account to show support for her husband.

It is expected he could return to the squad for the Reds clash against Crystal Palace in the Community Shield at Wembley on Sunday.

The Brazilian departed the tour of the Far East early last month and played no part in the team's 3 - 1 win over Yokohama FM on July 30.

Arne Slot explained the goalkeeper had to leave the tour due to "private reasons".

A translation of Carol Miarelli's post said: "Always with you."

A follower named Robbie added: "Speedy recovery Natalia." Jay commented: "Wishing you a speedy recovery, God bless." Rachel said: "Hope you're ok, speedy recovery x"

Natalia has been married to Alisson since 2015.

Natalia regularly shares updates from their happy family life with her 366,000 Instagram followers.

Speaking about why Alisson had to leave the tour of Asia early, Arne Slot told club media: "He had to go back to Brazil for private reasons.

"That's far from ideal – first of all for the private reasons, second of all for him to not be there in a game like this and in pre-season it's also not ideal if you miss out on part of the pre-season.

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"But again, private life is more important in these matters than joining a game today."

The Premier League title defence gets underway next Friday (August 15) with an 8pm kick off against Bournemouth at Anfield.