The repercussions of this injury extend beyond Anfield, as Alisson has also pulled out of the Brazil squad for their upcoming international friendlies. Brazil national team manager Carlo Ancelotti has moved quickly to find a replacement, calling up Corinthians goalkeeper Hugo Souza for the games against France and Croatia.
Alisson was set to be a key figure for the Selecao during the March break, but he will now remain on Merseyside to undergo treatment. The goalkeeper has faced a frustrating campaign on the fitness front, having already missed eight matches earlier in the season throughout October and November due to a hamstring problem.