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Liverpool Echo
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Mark Wakefield

Alisson Becker brother gives Liverpool star another cause to celebrate

Alisson Becker has established himself as one of the world’s best goalkeepers since his move to Liverpool.

The Brazilian secured a transfer to the Reds from Roma in the summer of 2018, and has helped take Jurgen Klopp’s side to another level.

Triumphs in the Champions League, Super Cup and Club World Cup have now been followed by the confirmation of Liverpool being crowned Premier League champions.

While Alisson has been enjoying success on Merseyside, his brother has now got cause for celebration in their homeland.

Alisson’s brother, Muriel Becker, is also a goalkeeper and recently helped Fluminense become Taca Rio champions.

Muriel, 33, was in goal and saved a crucial penalty in a shootout as Fluminense saw off Flamengo in the final of the prestigious Brazilian competition.

Liverpool themselves have history with facing Flamengo, after beating them in extra time of the final of the Club World Cup in December.

Now the Becker family will have multiple causes to celebrate, following the successes of both Alisson and Muriel in recent weeks.

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