When DIOGO JOTA retires from football, he may envision himself working as a zookeeper after working with exotic animals in Dubai.

But as the in-form forward discovered over the winter break, if he does so, Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker would not be happy with him.

Jota got up close and personal with the exotic animals at Dubai’s luxury zoo, Rashed Belhasa.

Jota got up close and personal with the exotic animals at Dubai’s luxury zoo, Rashed Belhasa.Credit: @diogoj_18 on Instagram

Jota put everything on the line by encircling his neck in a massive serpent.

Jota put everything on the line by encircling his neck in a massive serpent.Credit: @diogoj_18 on Instagram

Jota was a big hit with the zoo’s monkeys.

Jota was a big hit with the zoo’s monkeys.Credit: @diogoj_18 on Instagram

While most players took their time off to unwind, Jota chose to visit the private zoo in Dubai owned by Rashed Belhasa to commemorate his break.

Football players are known to pay visits to Belhasa, also known as Money Kicks, because of his unique collection of animals.

Jota grinned while he wore a large snake around his neck and posed for photos next to a massive bear.

As the 25-year-old celebrity checked in to the location in Dubai, he also fed a giraffe, petted a newborn crocodile, and was surrounded by monkeys.

However, Alisson couldn’t resist making a subtle jab at the Portuguese international when Jota used Instagram to share his amazing encounter with the creatures.

The goalkeeper for the Reds retweeted the post, saying, “Dr Dolittle ,” a reference to the made-up figure who has animal communication skills.

Jota is just one of many well-known guests at the zoo; last year, Chelsea teammates Reece James and Mason Mount took advantage of Belhasa’s hospitality.

In the meanwhile, players like Lionel Messi, David Luiz, Paul Pogba, and Luka Modric have all been there before.

Jota was obviously enjoying his time off, but he will be eager to return to the field for the season’s finale.

Jota took some time to feed the animals.

Jota took some time to feed the animals.Credit: @diogoj_18 on Instagram

The forward for Liverpool smiled and held a small crocodile in his arms.

The forward for Liverpool smiled and held a small crocodile in his arms.Credit: @diogoj_18 on Instagram

Jota and a giraffe also split a morsel of food.

Jota and a giraffe also split a morsel of food.