Manchester United were also said to be interested in the 24-year-old, and this signing shows that Liverpool are ahead of the Red Devils in the transfer market right now.
Fabinho is an extremely intelligent and talented player who can play as a central defensive midfielder, central midfielder or even as a right-back if required. Perhaps his versatility was a key reason why Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp decided to splash the cash and get the Brazillian to Anfield.
As I said earlier, Man United were also interested in him. Why then did Fabinho choose Anfield ahead of Old Trafford?
The answer is simple: United’s defensive and negative style of play meant that Liverpool seemed the better option. He had the choice to either go to a club and play boring football or to go somewhere where he could be part of something special. Roberto Firmino also played a crucial role as Fabinho said that he heard “great things” about Liverpool from him.