The Brazil international only arrived at Liverpool during the summer but he has already proven himself the finest all-round shot-stopper in England
If strikers win matches and defenders win titles, then what can we say about goalkeepers?
Liverpool, top of the Premier League and advancing in Europe, are discovering the value of having a top-class one right now, with Alisson Becker hogging the headlines following the Reds’ progression to the Champions League last 16 this week.
Mohamed Salah’s goal, and a brilliant one at that, settled Tuesday night’s clash with Napoli at Anfield, but without Alisson, Jurgen Klopp’s side would be facing the ignominy of a Europa League campaign in the New Year.