Yeah it really comes down to Juve I think. If they do exercise option to buy him, well then, that's that... he's gone and it's a shame because Liverpool and EPL fans apart from a few glimpses here and there didn't see just how talented this guy is! Their loss is Juve and Serie A's gain. Though I'd like to see him return to his beloved Roma especially after recent take over.
And if not and he returns, which is something I'd like to see under Dalglish then I'd build a team around him. Put him in the center and make him the playmaker, tell other players to give him as much of the ball as possible. In a way like Blackpool do with Charlie Adam. I don't think he'll be as injured next season (hopefully) anyway and when he's not on the field, Pool can use other systems like without true playmaker like they do now let's say with Lucas, Meireles, Gerrard and wingers each doing their part and contributing passes/movement different ways.
The guy's a super player when confident and at ease with environment (feels loved, appreciated) and I've always been a fan of him since his Roma debut. People always think about his injury problems but the even bigger thing with Alberto is the confidence thing. Just like Torres and many other good players, he's NOT a naturally cocky/competitive/winner type of guy, he's a little more timid. They need the right encouragement, support, faith from manager, etc. and when they do get it, you see just how quality they are!
I hope for Liverpool and EPL fans sake, he does return (though I don't think it's that likely) and they do get to see what he's capable of.
