Klopp’s Desperate Desire for Mac Allister Pays Off
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp recently revealed his eagerness to sign midfielder Alexis Mac Allister last summer, stating that he had no limits on his expectations for the Argentine player. Mac Allister arrived at Anfield in a £35 million deal from Brighton in June, but had a slow start to his career at Liverpool when he was deployed as a lone holding midfielder.
However, with the emergence of Wataru Endo as the best option in that position, Mac Allister has excelled in a more advanced role. He showcased his skills once again in a masterful performance on Sunday, helping his new club secure a 2-1 victory over his former team.
When asked if Mac Allister has exceeded his expectations, Klopp responded by saying that he didn’t want to limit the player and that he desperately wanted him on the team. He expressed his gratitude for having signed him and mentioned that everything Mac Allister learned at Brighton has been useful in his new environment.
Klopp also emphasized the player’s adaptability, stating that Mac Allister has successfully adapted to a slightly different role at Liverpool. The manager mentioned that there were doubts about whether he could play as a holding midfielder, but he proved himself outside of his comfort zone. While Mac Allister’s best position is considered to be as an attacking midfielder, he has shown his versatility by also excelling in the holding midfield role.
Klopp expressed his satisfaction with Mac Allister’s performance and highlighted his character off the field. He mentioned that the player is a fantastic individual who has integrated well within the team, even becoming the best English speaker among their Spanish-speaking players. Klopp jokingly mentioned that it would be interesting to see how Mac Allister interacts with his teammates from the Spanish faction during the Copa America.
Mac Allister’s impact was evident in Liverpool’s recent match against Brighton, where he provided an exquisite through-ball for Mohamed Salah to score the winning goal. It has since been revealed that Salah demanded the assist from Mac Allister. Klopp responded to the possibility of a partnership between the two players by saying that Salah often demands assists from his teammates during training sessions, but there is no specific partnership in place.
In conclusion, Klopp’s desperate desire to sign Alexis Mac Allister has paid off for Liverpool. The Argentine midfielder has proven his worth in a more advanced role and has shown his adaptability and versatility on the field. Klopp praised his character off the field and highlighted his integration within the team. With Mac Allister’s continued contributions, Liverpool can expect even more success in the future.