Liverpool chief Michael Edwards spent 12 months persuading star to snub Chelsea transfer

Michael Edwards reportedly spent a year trying to convince Alisson and to join Liverpool once he left Roma. The Brazilian sealed his £67million switch to Anfield. Liverpool were looking to strengthen the No 1 spot. According to Goal, Edwards spent a year trying to convince Alisson to join the Reds over Chelsea and Real Madrid. Both clubs were keen on signing Alisson and Liverpool even thought he was heading to Chelsea at one point. “I chose Liverpool for the same reasons I went to Roma when I first left Brazil - I thought this would be the best move for my career,” Alisson told FourFourTwo in January 2019. “Chelsea were changing their manager and not playing in the Champions League. I’ve also always admired Liverpool’s history. This is a club with five European Cups in their trophy cabinet. I really wanted to be part of that history. I came very close to winning the competition with Roma and I’m working hard to make it happen now with Liverpool. What’s life if not fighting for your dreams? I dream of winning the Champions League.” Chelsea ended up breaking the world record for signing Kepa Arrizabalaga for £71m from Athletic Club. Source: Express