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But if there is one club that still threatens this status, it is Real Madrid, and Alexis Mac Allister's father has commented on some unwelcome transfer speculation.

There was a time in the not-too-distant past where it felt inevitable that the very best players would leave Anfield.

But bit by bit, Jurgen Klopp changed that culture by bringing such huge success, with Philippe Coutinho's departure to Barcelona the last major transfer that could really be classed as against the club's wishes.

It should be no real surprise that players (including those funded by the Coutinho sale) have not been in a rush to leave Liverpool since then.

The Reds reached the Champions League final within six months of his departure, went back and won it the following year, and then claimed the Premier League title.

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Alexis Mac Allister in action for Liverpool against Real Madrid.

Quietly one of Liverpool's best performers this season, there have been a few whispers about Real Madrid.

"Alexis is very happy at Liverpool and hopes to be crowned Premier League champion, then enjoy a break he didn’t get last year.

"It’s important to value and respect the institution he’s playing for, so any comment from us would be unnecessary