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‘Best in the world Alisson had to go straight in’ – Adrian unlucky but Liverpool made right call, says Aldridge

The former Reds striker is pleased to see a commanding Brazilian goalkeeper back between the sticks, with Jurgen Klopp now boasting strength in depth

Liverpool made the right decision in throwing “best goalkeeper in the world” Alisson straight back into their starting XI, says John Aldridge.

The Brazil international suffered an untimely injury on the opening weekend of the 2019-20 Premier League campaign against Norwich.

He was forced to sit out eight top-flight fixtures, along with Champions League games and a UEFA Super Cup success.

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Spanish shot-stopper Adrian proved to be an able deputy after being handed an immediate opportunity to impress following a summer arrival from West Ham.