Earlier this week, The Telegraph reported Newcastle United’s interest in a 26-year-old player, even though he had recently joined Saudi club Al-Hilal just a few months ago. O Jogo has now suggested that the Public Investment Fund (PIF) could help facilitate a deal, as Newcastle is reportedly preparing a loan bid. It’s worth noting that PIF holds the majority ownership in both Newcastle and Al-Hilal, which could make this move potentially controversial and subject to criticism. Nevertheless, such deals could proceed if the financial terms involved align with fair market value.
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson has chosen his save against Miguel Almiron’s stunning goal attempt at St James’ Park in August as his favorite Premier League moment.
Despite Alisson’s memorable late goal against West Brom, which helped Liverpool secure a spot in the Champions League after his £66.8 million transfer in 2018, he considers his save against Almiron as his top Premier League moment. Alisson explained that as a goalkeeper, he always strives to stop every ball and cited this particular save as challenging and visually pleasing.
It not only felt great but also proved crucial in earning his team three points. In that match, Liverpool played the second half with ten players and were trailing following Anthony Gordon’s goal, but they managed to turn the game around with two goals from Darwin Nunez.
🗣️ ‘Given the level of performance, I don’t think Newcastle United were quite at it today…’
📹 @16joebuck and @DomScurr give their reaction to Newcastle United’s draw with Wolves pic.twitter.com/pOCnvb3CUC
— Mouth of the Tyne – Shields Gazette (@MouthofTynePod) October 28, 2023
The upcoming return fixture between Newcastle and Liverpool at Anfield is scheduled for New Year’s Day with an 8 pm kickoff time, chosen for live TV broadcast.