For the first time, Alisson has been voted as Liverpool’s player of the season by supporters. After an incredible individual campaign, the Brazilian No. 1 was deservedly chosen in an online poll. Mo Salah came in a close second, with Trent Alexander-Arnold snuck into third.
It is generally deemed a negative for a team when a goalkeeper wins player of the season, and it is no different for Liverpool who finished fifth without any silverware. However, that doesn’t take away from Alisson‘s personal achievements. He has been consistently one of the world’s best since moving to Liverpool, winning everything on offer. As well as being a brilliant shot stopper on the eye, statistics back Alisson‘s greatness up. He saved his side 10.1 goals against the xG, highlighting the extraordinary season he has had on an individual basis.
Liverpool expect to be in a position where Alisson is not awarded player of the season next summer. It shouldn’t be because the No. 1’s form has dropped off, though. Instead, it will hopefully be a result of his brilliance being needed less frequently due to improved performances from his teammates.