Liverpool football boot squad profile – (Which boots do Salah, Van Dijk and Allison wear?)

Alisson Becker wears Nike Tiempo Legend VIII football boots

If anyone encapsulates everything that it means to be a modern-day goalkeeper it’s Alisson. He has the ability to play out from the back with expert precision. He has a cool name and he is actually a great shot-stopper as well. The Brazilian moved to the Premier League from Italian side Roma for £67 million – a record for a goalkeeper. His competence with the ball at his feet suggests he should be wearing something more flamboyant, but he’s settled with the Tiempo Legends. 

Adrián wears Adidas Nemeziz 19.1

Adrián wears Adidas Nemeziz 19.1 football boots

We prefer the previous Nemeziz versions personally, but the 19.1s are still a great boot. Similarly, Adrián is a good keeper to have as a backup. The Spainard quickly became a fan favourite following some great performances when needed at a time when Alisson was injured. 

Virgil Van Dijk wears Nike Tiempo Legend VIII 

Virgil Van Dijk wears Nike Tiempo Legend VIII football boots

Following in the footsteps of his keeper, UEFA Player of the Year winner Virgil Van Dijk also wears the Nike Tiempo Legend VIII football boots. What else is to be said about a man who has made it cool to be a central defender. To adapt Jamie Carragher’s quote, nobody wants to grow up to be a Pascal Cygan, or a John O’Shea. But you better believe the kids want to grow up tackling forwards and hitting home bullet headers Van Dijk-esque. 

Trent Alexander-Arnold wears Under Armour Magnetico Control Pro 

Trent Alexander-Arnold wears Under Armour Magnetico Control Pro football boots

Where did this fella come from? West Derby, Liverpool to be exact. But the youngster burst onto the scene in 2016 and has since flourished into an absolute world-beater. Perhaps more known for his attacking prowess as opposed to defensive stability, the Liverpool style of play suits this full-back’s game perfectly. Having made a handful of England senior appearances and even scoring one goal, he’s surely going to be a pivotal part of the national setup for years to come. Forget his Champions League medal and Young Player of the Year awards though, his most proud moment of his career to date is obviously being a partner and main poster-boy for Under Armour in a multi-million deal.

Andrew Robertson wears Nike Phantom VNM

Andrew Robertson wears Nike Phantom VNM football boots

Where did this Scottish fella come from? Glasgow, Scotland to be exact. There’s a reason why we’re recycling the same, bland joke, and that’s because TAA and Robertson’s are often mentioned together. Both are considered two of the best full-backs in the world, and rightfully so. The Scot wear Nike’s Phantom VNMs. 

Joel Matip wears Adidas Copa 19.1 

Joel Matip wears Adidas Copa 19.1 football boots

If Van Dijk is an exemplar central defender, Joel Matip joins Phil Jones as one of the more unorthodox in terms of technique. The lanky CB looks like he should be clumsy and lackadaisical, but he’s managed to fend off World-Cup runner-up Dejan Lovren (who’s one of the best defenders in the world according to Dejan Lovren) to be VVD’s partner at the back. Matip wears the Adidas Copa 19.1s. 

Dejan Lovren wears Puma Future 4.1 Netfit

Dejan Lovren wears Puma Future 4.1 Netfit football boots

Speaking of Lovren, we might as well cover the Croat next. We’re far more qualified to speak about football boots rather than the ability of footballers, but we can categorically confirm on behalf of any person related to football that Dejan Lovren in NOT one of the best defenders in the world. He’s not awful though, and is sound backup for the Reds. He wears Puma Future 4.1 Netfit boots.  

Nathaniel Clyne wears Nike Mercurial Superfly VI Elite

Nathaniel Clyne wears Nike Mercurial Superfly VI Elite football boots

Another one off the Southampton conveyor belt, Clyne has been on the fringes of the first 11. Injury troubles haven’t helped him lock down a regular spot, not to mention he’s got some stiff competition ahead of him. The young Englishman wears Nike Mercurial Superfly VI Elites. 

Fabinho wears Adidas Predator 19.1

Fabinho wears Adidas Predator 19.1 football boots

See Alisson, this is how you do it. If you’re Brazilian, you must have boots that match your latino flare. Fabinho is hardly the most flariest (have we made that adjective up?) of players, but he’s Brazilian… so the Predators 19.1s mean it’s a good match. 

Georginio Wijnaldum wears Adidas X 19.1

Georginio Wijnaldum wears Adidas X 19.1 football boots

Wijnaldum wears the X 19.1s. Despite having a first name of ‘Georginio,’ he is in fact Dutch – it’s like having the name Tony Smith and being from North Korea. He opened a few eyelids during his time at Newcastle, but has become a world-class player under Jurgen Klopp. 

Jordan Henderson wears Nike Tiempo Legend VIII

Jordan Henderson wears Nike Tiempo Legend VIII football boots

From Sunderland, to a World Cup semi-final and lifting the Champions League. What a career trajectory, no disrespect to Sunderland. The midfielder often receives harsh criticism, but we believe he’s a solid player who’s matured well. He wears the Nike Tiempo Legends. But whatever he does in his career from now on, he will always be remembered for staring down chief piss-boiler Diego Costa. 

James Milner wears Nike Phantom VNM

James Milner wears Nike Phantom VNM football boots

How can you not love James Milner. He is the epitome of what some fans call a ‘Brexit player.’ Not only does he have an absolute engine on him, but he’s also robust and versatile. He might just be the ultimate utility player. Also, shout out to his (unofficial) Twitter account. Milner bosses things on the pitch in Nike Phantom VNM boots. 

Xherdan Shaqiri wears Nike Mercurial Superfly VII Elite 

Xherdan Shaqiri wears Nike Mercurial Superfly VII Elite football boots

Talking about Henderson’s career trajectory, try Shaqiri’s for size – Bayern Munich to Inter to Stoke to Liverpool. Unbelievable, it sounds when you’re bored of playing with the big teams on FIFA so try a shi* one only to realise it’s nowhere near as fun trying to do it at the Britannia (Bet365) Stadium on a cold, Tuesday night. He’s perhaps one of the best substitute players ever and the Swiss international wears the Superflys.

Naby Keita wears Nike Phantom VNM 

Naby Keita wears Nike Phantom VNM football boots

Keita wears the Nike Phantom VNMs. The midfielder was instrumental in Red Bull Leipzig’s unprecedented league campaign where they finished second in the Bundesliga in the 2016/17 season and ended the following season just two points away from third spot. He’s been a solid addition to the Liverpool team since his move, but injury has hampered his progress this season.

Adam Lallana wears Puma Future 4.1 Netfit 

Adam Lallana wears Puma Future 4.1 Netfit football boots

Lallana seemed like a bright prospect at Southampton and as he broke into the England side, his potential to boss things on the biggest stage seemed great. But it never quite materialised for him the way many thought it would. Arguably, his spell on Merseyside has still been a success, but he’s another playing that has suffered at the hands of injuries. He’s even been dubbed Liverpool’s forgotten man. When fit, he wears Puma’s Future 4.1 Netfit boots. 

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain wears Nike Phantom VNM 

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain wears Nike Phantom VNM football boots

Here’s another one that has fallen victim to the injury curse, though, Chambo’s was perhaps worse than most. After putting in some exceptional performances, he looked a certainty to star for Liverpool in the latter stages of their 2018 Champions League campaign, and feature for England at the World Cup, but that injury meant it was heartbreak for the England international. He too wears the Phantom VNMs. 

Sadio Mane wears New Balance Furon v5 

Sadio Mane wears New Balance Furon v5 football boots

I still can’t figure Mane out. He seems to miss those simple one-on-ones, the type that Salah’s been eating up for breakfast, yet he will do other things like take on 12 men and assist with a back-heel. But he has undoubtedly played his part in Liverpool’s front three being one of the most feared attacks in the game. The Senegalese wears New Balance Furon v5s to terrorise defenders on the pitch.  

Roberto Firmino wears Adidas Nemeziz 19+

Roberto Firmino wears Adidas Nemeziz 19+ football boots

For all those pundits and so-called experts who consistently pronounce Firmino’s name ‘Firmin-IO,’ what is wrong with you? Can you not read? Why have you brought the ‘io’ suffix into it? You are stealing a living and should be done for gross negligence in the workplace. Actually, no. It’s more than that, it’s racist. If he was English you wouldn’t be calling him Firminio. Sort it out. He wears the Nemeziz 19+ football boots. Stealing a living, and it’s not just us who thinks this. Anyway, let’s move on. 

Mohamed Salah wears Adidas X 19.1 

Mohamed Salah wears Adidas X 19.1 football boots

How does the song go? ‘Mo Salah, Mo Salah, Mo Salah, running down the wing… in his Adidas X 19.1 football boots.’ Yes, I think that’s it. How can someone be such a flop at Chelsea, go to Roma and return to the Premier League looking like an Egyptian Messi? 

Divock Origi wears Nike Mercurial Superfly VII Elite 

Divock Origi wears Nike Mercurial Superfly VII Elite football boots

‘Corner taken quickly, ORIGIIIIIIIIIIII!!!’ His career, and probably life, peaked at this moment. That’s all. 

**Disclaimer: Although the opinions here praise many Liverpool players and show them in a very good light, we are not endorsed, neither support, Liverpool FC. They are simply a very good team and we appreciate good football. If/when they have the likes of Alberto Aquilani and Andriy Voronin back in their ranks, we will act and write accordingly.