Alisson

Alisson is Liverpool's goalkeeper and vice-captain, a role that means organising the defence and starting attacks with his distribution. He reads danger early and decides when to come for crosses or stay on his line. His calm presence helps the back four keep its shape.

The move to Liverpool in 2018 was the defining step. Before that he played for Internacional in Brazil and Roma in Italy, learning to handle different styles of play. At Liverpool he has made 254 appearances in all competitions and scored once.

Watch how he positions himself before a shot and how quickly he turns a save into a pass. He often looks for a teammate rather than clearing long. Those choices set the tempo for Liverpool's build-up.