Virgil van Dijk Welcomes Alexis Mac Allister to Liverpool
Liverpool’s first summer signing, Alexis Mac Allister, has been welcomed by Virgil van Dijk who believes the midfielder will be a “big addition” to the team. The Argentina international helped Brighton qualify for Europe for the first time last season and has 16 caps for his country, including a World Cup win in 2020. Liverpool made the £35m deal, which could rise to £55m, as they look to climb up the table and challenge for the Premier League title next season.
Van Dijk Praises Mac Allister’s Abilities
Van Dijk has played against Mac Allister many times and also with Holland against Argentina. He believes that the midfielder will make a difference for Liverpool in the next couple of years and help them get back to where they want to be. The defender said, “I think he is a very good player…he will definitely be a big addition and something that we need.”
Mac Allister’s Dream Come True
Mac Allister is excited about his move to Anfield and said, “It’s a dream come true and I can’t wait…I’m looking forward to meeting my teammates.” He added that he wanted to be in from the first day of pre-season and is pleased that everything is done. Mac Allister is also looking forward to being a better player and human being every day at Liverpool. He said, “When you are in a big club like this one you have to win trophies. I can see how big this club is – the players we have, the staff, everyone.”
Liverpool’s Summer Transfer Window
Liverpool missed out on the Champions League last season for only the second time under Jurgen Klopp. They will hope to challenge Manchester City and Arsenal for the title next season following a productive summer transfer window. Mac Allister is the first signing, but Liverpool is expected to make a couple more quality additions.
Conclusion
Liverpool’s first summer signing, Alexis Mac Allister, has been welcomed by Virgil van Dijk who believes the midfielder will be a “big addition” to the team. Mac Allister helped Brighton qualify for Europe for the first time last season and has 16 caps for his country, including a World Cup win in 2020. Liverpool made the £35m deal, which could rise to £55m, as they look to climb up the table and challenge for the Premier League title next season. Mac Allister is excited about his move to Anfield and is looking forward to being a better player and human being every day at Liverpool. Liverpool is expected to make a couple more quality additions in the summer transfer window.