In an exclusive interview, the highest-placed goalkeeper in the 2018 Goal 50 discusses the Reds’ Premier League hopes – and THAT ‘Cruyff turn’ Alisson Becker looks back over his shoulder, back towards the Kop. “This place, eh?” he smiles. “Love it.” Winter has arrived on Merseyside of late, but Anfield is bathed in sunshine as Liverpool’s goalkeeper arrives for an exclusive, one-to-one interview with Goal . We have come bearing gifts. A trophy to mark his place as the world’s best goalkeeper for 2018, as voted for by Goal’s international pool of more than 50 correspondents from 42 editions across the globe. Editors' Picks Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea…

The experienced Frenchman remains without a club after severing ties with the Gunners, but he is being linked with several posts across Europe Arsene Wenger would be “great for AC Milan” if they decide to turn to the former Arsenal boss for inspiration, says Mathieu Flamini. The Rossoneri are reported to be mulling over another managerial change as Gennaro Gattuso struggles to generate the performances and results required of him. If he were to be shown the door, then various experienced figures are believed to be lining up behind him. Article continues below Editors' Picks Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in Spurs win Magnificent Mane…

The Argentine forward is delighted to be working alongside a modern day legend, with the Bianconeri looking to chase down more major honours The mere presence of Cristiano Ronaldo in their squad gives Juventus “a great chance to win the Champions League ”, says Paulo Dybala. European glory has become a top target for the Bianconeri after establishing themselves as the dominant force in Serie A. Seven successive domestic titles have Juve firmly at the summit of Italian football, but continental triumphs are proving much harder to come by. Article continues below Editors' Picks Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in Spurs win Magnificent Mane takes…

The Rossoneri midfielder has undergone a successful operation in the United States, but is not expected to figure again in the 2018-19 campaign Giacomo Bonaventura will be sidelined for up to nine months following an operation on his knee, AC Milan have confirmed. The midfielder had surgery on an osteochondral lesion to his left knee in the United States on Tuesday. Milan released a statement to confirm the procedure in Pittsburgh had been a success, but they do not expect him to play again this season. Article continues below Editors' Picks Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in Spurs win Magnificent Mane takes centre stage as…

Click:gender reveal cannons The Rossoneri have been linked with a move for the Sassuolo midfielder, and a man who has represented both clubs admits a deal would make sense Stefano Sensi is considered to be in the Marco Verratti mould by Alberto Aquilani, with the ex-AC Milan and Sassuolo midfielder backing a transfer agreement between two of his former clubs. At 23 years of age, a highly-rated performer enjoyed a standout year in 2018. Sensi was able to establish himself as a Serie A star, while also making his senior international debut for Italy. Article continues below Editors' Picks Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in…

The forward watched his club’s 2-1 win over Sampdoria from the stands but the manager was upset he did not go to the dressing room Luciano Spalletti was frustrated Mauro Icardi did not celebrate Inter’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Sampdoria on Sunday with his team-mates. Icardi, who was replaced as club captain by Samir Handanovic this week amid speculation surrounding his future, watched from the stands at San Siro due to the knee injury that kept him out of the 1-0 win over Rapid Vienna on Thursday. Inter chief executive Giuseppe Marotta confirmed before kick-off the Argentina striker would still be offered a new contract despite the seemingly strained relationship…

The Brazilian will not be sold to the French champions despite being dropped against Milan, according to his manager Carlo Ancelotti insisted Allan will not be moving to Paris Saint-Germain, declaring “the matter over” after the midfielder missed Napoli’s draw at AC Milan. Allan was dropped for Saturday’s 0-0 Serie A stalemate in Milan amid uncertainty over his future, with French champions PSG reportedly finalising a transfer in excess of €100 million (£87m/$114m). Ancelotti confirmed post-match that 28-year-old Allan had been contacted by a club regarding a move, noting that it was something that should not have occurred.  Article continues below Editors' Picks Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea…

The former Rossoneri star believes returning the enigmatic striker to San Siro from a spell in MLS is a deal which makes sense to all concerned AC Milan continue to be linked with a move to bring Zlatan Ibrahimovic back onto their books and the Rossoneri have been told by club legend Demetrio Albertini that they “should definitely sign him”. At 37 years of age, the enigmatic Swedish striker is seeing a stunning return to Europe mooted after impressing in MLS with the LA Galaxy. His exploits in America have convinced a number of suitors that he can still do a job at the highest level, with Milan said to…

The former Inter and Milan striker believes Bayern Munich’s Thiago Alcantara is ‘at least four or five times’ as good as the Cagliari youngster Antonio Cassano has criticised Chelsea’s reported interest in Cagliari’s Nicola Barella and stated that the midfielder’s price tag proves “football is going in a very wrong direction”. Barella is believed to be closing in on a move to Stamford Bridge after the departure of Cesc Fabregas to Monaco. Many consider the 21-year-old to be one of Italy’s brightest young prospects and it’s been reported that he could cost the Blues as much as £45 million ($58m) this month. Article continues below Editors' Picks Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa…

The executive called Mediaset program ‘Tiki Taka’ to speak to the forward’s wife and agent Wanda Nara on Sunday Inter chief executive Giuseppe Marotta insisted the club have never doubted Mauro Icardi’s commitment or professionalism. Icardi was stripped of the captaincy amid uncertainty over his future following contract negotiations which have proved unsuccessful so far, while he was absent for the Europa League fixture against Rapid Vienna and Sunday’s Serie A win against Sampdoria. The 25-year-old striker, whose current deal does not expire until 2021 and who has been linked with Real Madrid, Barcelona and Manchester United, watched from the stands as Inter defeated former team Sampdoria 2-1. Article continues…