It isn't difficult to determine the moment Alexis Mac Allister realised it was time for a career change that would eventually lead to his arrival at Liverpool.
As Lionel Messi finally got his hands on the World Cup and thrust the shimmering silverware into the Doha air in December, Mac Allister had his first experience of a major honour having started the final victory over France.
Yes, there had been a role on loan in Boca Juniors winning the domestic crown in Argentina in 2020, although the midfielder had returned to his parent club Brighton long before the season was completed. There was also a second division title with first club Argentinos Juniors.
