The news that Liverpool will sign Alexis Mac Allister for a reported £35m (according to Guardian reporter Fabrizio Romano) shocked both Liverpool and Brighton supporters alike.
With a fee upwards of £60m being talked up by a swathe of reliable commentators and outlets, the presumption was that the Reds would be forking out a fair price for the World Cup-winning midfielder.
We spoke to Birmingham World reporter (and Brighton content creator) Charlie Haffenden to get the Albion view on the deal and what Liverpool fans can expect from their first summer signing.
Thank you once again to Charlie Haffenden, reporter for Birmingham World, for taking the time to talk with us and make sure to give him a follow on his Twitter account @JournoHaff.
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