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Caoimhe O'Neill

Former Liverpool star Lucas Leiva as fans have never seen him before

Former Liverpool favourite Lucas Leiva has undergone a dramatic transformation while in self-isolation.

The midfielder, who is now based in Italy with Lazio, shared a post on his Instagram story revealing his new look.

In the photo Lucas is pictured alongside his son Pedro, 9, with the pair both donning shaved heads.

Many fans will remember Lucas's long blonde hair which he had when first made the move to Anfield. It was a hairstyle he had for many years before he eventually opted for a trimmer look.

On Instagram, the 33-year-old asked his followers to vote for whether they liked his new look or not by asking "Gostou?" Which roughly translates to "Like it?"

Lucas Leiva pictured with his son after having their hair cut (Lucas Leiva/Instagram)

Earlier this week, the Brazilian, who spent a decade on Merseyside, underwent surgery on his right leg.

Lucas shared a picture of himself coming out of hospital on crutches. A caption accompanying the post appeared which thanked fans for their support.

It read: "Peace of mind will help the body respond in the best way to the rehabilitation process.

"I'll be back soon. Thank you very much for the support messages."

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