"The 25-year-old signed a long-term contract with the Reds after undergoing a medical and completing the formalities of his switch at Melwood today," said the Liverpool website.
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Liverpool sign goalkeeper Alisson in 72.5-million-euro deal
Liverpool on Thursday signed Brazil goalkeeper Alisson from Roma in a world record deal valued at 72.5 million euros by the Italian club.
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Roma confirmed the value of the transfer for Alisson who featured at the World Cup in Russia.
"ASRoma can confirm that Alisson Becker has completed his move to Liverpool, in a deal that could be worth up to 72.5 million euros," the Serie A club said on Twitter.
Alisson is a key signing for Jurgen Klopp who was desperate for a new goalkeeper to replace Loris Karius following his calamitous Champions League final performance against Real Madrid.
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Chelsea were also linked with Alisson who began his career with Internacional before moving to Roma two years ago.
"I'm really happy, it's a dream come true to wear such a prestigious shirt for a club of this size that is used to always winning," Alisson told liverpoolfc.com.
"In terms of my life and my career, it's a huge step for me being part of this club and this family. You can be certain that I'll give my all."
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