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No concerns over Liverpool keeper Alisson for Man Utd return - Rivaldo

Brazilian legend Rivaldo thinks that goalkeeper Alisson Becker will have no problem being on his A game if he is thrown in against Manchester United at the weekend.

Alisson has been injured since he suffered a calf injury two months ago against Norwich City.

But he is fully fit and in training, which means that he is contention to start the game at Old Trafford on Sunday.

And Rivaldo thinks that it is a no brainer to play Alisson if he is fit.

"Alisson is now fit and is set to get back on the pitch this weekend for Liverpool's match against Manchester United," he said, speaking to Betfair.

"This is his first match in a few months and perhaps it could be a little risky to put him in to play in such a big match, but he is an experienced goalkeeper and he is certainly prepared to show his value if called upon.

"Every player loves to play in these kinds of matches.

"Of course, it would be better to have him fully match fit having played a few games already, but that's not the case, however his experience and quality should be enough to mask that lack of sharpness.

"He is one of the best goalkeepers in the world right now and he is used to this kind of big event, so I believe he won't have any problems with it and he will be as solid in Liverpool's goal as he always is."

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