The profession paths of former Liverpool gamers can take some stunning turns and one ex-Crimson has lifted the lid on a life far faraway from the roar of Anfield.
Former Liverpool midfielder opens up on Qatar life
Luis Alberto, who made simply 12 appearances for Liverpool after becoming a member of from Sevilla in 2013, has opened up on his profession within the Qatar Stars League with Al-Duhail.
The Spanish midfielder spent eight profitable seasons with Lazio earlier than heading to the Center East, the place he now performs alongside Marco Verratti and Krzysztof Piatek.
Talking to Flashscore, the 33-year-old admitted the change from Italy was a significant adjustment.
“It was a bit troublesome to make the choice as a result of I had been at house in Rome for eight years, so it had a big effect,” he stated.
“You get used to seeing all of the stadiums full, and that was the toughest factor to simply accept from the start, however the league is rising little by little.”
The previous No.6 says he nonetheless has no plans to retire, insisting he’ll proceed to play “so long as my physique tells me that I’m bodily nicely”.
One other ex-Crimson discovering his personal path
Alberto’s transfer to Qatar continues a latest pattern of ex-Liverpool gamers taking sudden routes late of their careers.
Jonjo Shelvey, one other former midfielder, just lately defended his personal transfer to the Center East – stating that it was “by no means about cash” after becoming a member of UAE facet Arabian Falcons.
Like Shelvey, Alberto appears content material away from the European highlight.
“It’s a radical change,” he admitted. “The extent of soccer, to be life like, isn’t the identical… however little by little, with the tasks which can be being achieved, it’s enhancing.”
The Spaniard’s reflections present a captivating take a look at the realities of life after Liverpool – one which’s removed from the depth of the Premier League, however nonetheless pushed by love for the sport.
Talking simply final 12 months, Alberto mirrored on his Anfield profession and whether or not he actually appreciated and grasped the chance that got here his method – although has nonetheless loved a good profession away from England.
As Liverpool followers, it’s at all times intriguing to see the place our former gamers find yourself – and Alberto’s honesty about life in Qatar provides us one other reminder of how completely different soccer can look as soon as you allow Anfield.
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