English soccer giants Liverpool are making some big moves in this transfer window. The Reds have a long-standing history and a fan base that spans around the world. The team’s value is estimated at $5.28 billion, making it one of the most valuable soccer clubs in the world. Now a recent move from the team has even prompted a hilarious response from Alexis Ohanian, the husband of tennis legend Serena Williams.
Ohanian has become a major spokesperson of the sport ever since he became an investor in the NWSL team, Angel City FC. He has used his platform in recent years to promote soccer and women’s sports and has been vocal about the need for more diversity and inclusion in sports. Recently, the Reddit co-founder showed his support to Argentine superstar Alexis Mac Allister, on his recent signing with Liverpool. And it’s for a special reason.
Serena Williams’ husband shows support for his name doppelgänger
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Liverpool has officially completed the signing of Alexis Mac Allister. The 24-year-old Mac Allister reportedly cost Liverpool around $44 million to sign from the Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion. With the addition of Alexis Mac Allister, Liverpool fans and soccer enthusiasts alike have high hopes attached to the team.
Liverpool have just signed Alexis Mac Allister for… £35m. 🚨🔴 #LFC
Reds have now triggered the clause to sign the midfielder after medical tests completed with Brighton’s permission.
Documents are being signed. Here we go confirmed. pic.twitter.com/9Mtd8f6aKT
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 7, 2023
For Liverpool, the signing of Mac Allister is seen as a major coup. This is thanks to his impressive performances for Argentina in the World Cup and his potential to shine in the English Premier League. The club had a disappointing season last time out, finishing outside the top four. Fans and pundits alike are hoping that Mac Allister can help turn their fortunes around.
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His signing has also been shown a sign of support by Serena Williams’ husband. Sharing the same first name, Alexis Ohanian took to Instagram to show his support for the new Liverpool signing. Sharing a picture of the new signing on his Instagram story, Ohanian wrote, “Always supporting other dudes named Alexis”.
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The expectations of the world cup winner are high for his new team and it looks like he has the support of Ohanian. What are your thoughts on this new signing? Let us know in the comments.
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