Former Liverpool shot-stopper Alexander Doni has hailed the club s current goalkeeper Alisson as the best in the world.
Doni played for a host of Brazilian clubs in a career that also included six years at Roma and a brief stint at Liverpool.
And the 39-year-old told Liverpool s official website that not only was he immediately impressed by Alisson, a fellow Brazilian, he also recommended the English giants move to sign him.
Liverpool tracked Alisson from there, eventually making him the world s most expensive goalkeeper in 2018.
The first time I saw him playing for Inter, I knew he had what it takes to succeed in the .
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When I saw him play, I immediately recommended him to [goalkeeping coach] John [Achterberg] and tried to get him signed, Doni said.
I explained to John that he was a very skilful player and that he would soon play for the national team.
The first time I saw him playing for Inter, I knew he had what it takes to succeed in the Premier League.
Alisson moved from Inter to Roma before joining Liverpool last year and he proved his worth in a terrific season that saw Jurgen Klopp s side win the Champions League and push Manchester City all the way in a gripping Premier League title race.
Asked if Alisson was now the best goalkeeper in the world, Doni added: Yes, without a doubt.
I am very impressed with how quick he was able to adapt to the way the Premier League is played and how quick he obtained success in England.
This only shows what a great player and a person he is. Besides being an overall complete player, I really like how he is able to maintain calm and control.
