Luis Alberto (Footballer, Born 1992) Height, Weight, Age, Body Statistics

Luis Alberto‘s talent has never been in question. When he dazzled in the Segunda División B at the age of 20 with 15 goals in the season, he was earmarked as the next silky and supremely talented playmaker to emerge from Spain. When Liverpool signed him up, they assumed that they had brought another yet to be a polished gem to the club just like they had with just 6 months earlier. However, Alberto’s career trajectory at Liverpool was completely different from that of Coutinho’s. However, he eventually managed to find his feet at Lazio and excelled under Simone Inzaghi’s tutelage.

Sun Sign

Libra

Nationality

Education

Luis Alberto started his soccer journey with the youth academy of the Spanish club, Sevilla.

Manager

Luis Alberto is represented by Alvaro Torres.

Position

Attacking Midfielder, Winger

Shirt Number

26, 36 – Sevilla FC

6 – Liverpool FC

22 – Malaga CF

21 – Deportivo de La Coruña

18, 10 – SSC Lazio

Girlfriend / Spouse

Luis Alberto has dated

1. Patricia Venegas (2010-Present) – In June 2014, Alberto got married to his longtime girlfriend, Patricia Venegas. They had started going out towards the end of 2010. In 2015, she gave birth to their daughter, Martina. In March 2018, Patricia gave birth to their  Lucas.

Sexual Orientation

Straight

Distinctive Features

Mole on the left cheek

Religion

He is a devout Christian and sometimes, he celebrates his goals by pointing towards the heavens.

Brand Endorsements

Luis Alberto has signed a personal endorsement deal with Adidas. As per the terms of the deal, he is required to wear Adidas shoes for his professional matches.

Best Known For

His great performances for the Serie A side Lazio. He was particularly in a great form in the 2017-2018 season. He managed to score 11 goals in his 34 appearances in the league as his side narrowly missed out on a Champions League spot.

First Soccer Match

In April 2011, he made his professional soccer debut with his childhood club, Sevilla, in a La Liga match against Getafe CF. He replaced Rodri in the second half of their 0-1 away defeat.

In September 2013, he made his league debut for Liverpool in a home match against fierce rivals Manchester United. He was sent in for Philippe Coutinho late in the second half.

In September 2016, Alberto made his first competitive appearance for Lazio in a Serie A away match against AC Milan. He played for only 13 minutes in his side’s 2-0 defeat.

In November 2017, he made his first international appearance for the Spain national team in a friendly match against Costa Rica. His side managed to thump South American side by 5-0.

Strengths

• Vision
• Intelligence
• Uses space well
• Creates space for his fellow attackers
• Through balls
• Ability to link midfield and attack

Weaknesses

• Consistency
• Concentration
• Lack of speed
• Lack of strength

Luis Alberto Facts

1. In his second season with Sevilla’s B team in the Segunda División B, he put scouts from leading Spanish sides on notice by scoring 15 goals.
2. In August 2012, he was sent on a year-long loan to FC Barcelona B. He finished the season with 11 goals, putting him in the second spot behind the team top scorer Gerard Deulofeu. The Catalan club had an option to convert his loan deal into permanent one but they decided against it.
3. In June 2013, Sevilla accepted £6.8 million offer from English giants, Liverpool. He joined the club two days after the acceptance of the deal.
4. Although he delivered stunning performances for Liverpool’s Under-21 team, he couldn’t secure the senior squad. His only notable contribution for the senior team in his debut season was the assist he provided for ‘s goal in the 5-0 humiliation of Tottenham Hotspur.
5. In June 2014, he was sent by Liverpool on a season-long loan to Malaga. He made an instant mark by scoring the only goal in his side’s 1-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao. However, his performances tailed off as the season progressed.
6. In June 2015, he secured another season loan as he moved to Deportivo de La Coruña. This loan move helped him find his lost touch and show off his skills as an attacking midfielder.
7. Lazio decided to take a punt on Alberto and paid Liverpool €4 million in August 2016 to sign him.
8. In his first season at Lazio, he struggled and it seemed that he had once again lost his touch. However, in the second season, Simone Inzaghi played him in traditional Italian role of the trequartista and he excelled.
9. He finished his second season at Lazio with 12 goals in all competitions. He also recorded 19 assists. He also helped finish with 41 goals in all competitions, which made him the third most prolific scorer in all top European leagues.

Featured Image by Luis Alberto / Instagram