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Juventus Reignite Alisson Interest as Liverpool Face Major Goalkeeper Decision

Liverpool may have settled one major issue by tying Alisson Becker to a new contract in the summer, but that has not stopped fresh interest emerging from Italy. According to TuttoSport, Juventus remain attentive to the Brazil international and could yet revisit the situation, despite failing to prise him away earlier in the year.

For Liverpool, it is a familiar tension. Alisson is 34, still elite, still decisive, and still capable of winning points on his own. He is also at the stage of his career where every contract decision becomes more delicate, particularly when there is a highly rated deputy already in place and a new head coach trying to shape the squad in his own image.

That context matters. Andoni Iraola arrived with the expectation of significant change, but Liverpool’s summer business was more measured than many supporters anticipated. Ronald Araujo and Jeremy Jacquet have already influenced the make-up of the group, yet the wider rebuild felt incomplete. The winter window now looms as the next opportunity to address that, and reports around possible exits are beginning to gather pace.

Juventus interest in Alisson gathers pace

The Italian report places Alisson among the names under consideration in Turin, with the attraction clear. Juventus are said to value his experience, quality and status, especially as they assess market opportunities that could offer strong value. The piece states, “The first is Alisson, whom Massara and Spalletti got to know closely in Rome,” before adding, “He’ll turn 35 in October 2027, but his performance hasn’t suffered; quite the opposite. He’s still among the top ten goalkeepers in the world, and in recent months he had spoken directly with Lucio about joining Juventus.”

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There is another line in that assessment that will stand out to Liverpool observers. TuttoSport adds, “Then, Liverpool, lacking leadership, chose to secure him. The Brazilian is a goalkeeper worth considering on a free transfer: with a salary reduced from his current salary with the Reds, he could represent an opportunity.” That wording points more to a medium-term possibility than an immediate move, but it underlines that Juventus have not walked away from the idea.

From Liverpool’s side, there is no obvious urgency to force a change. Alisson remains first choice and, when fit, remains one of the finest goalkeepers in Europe. His command of the area, one-on-one excellence and calmness in possession continue to make him central to the team.

Alisson future linked to Liverpool succession plan

The debate, therefore, is less about quality and more about planning. Giorgi Mamardashvili is in place as back-up and is viewed internally as a serious option, but stepping from deputy into the role full-time at Liverpool carries a different weight. It is one thing to cover for stretches of a season, another to inherit the shirt permanently and sustain elite standards across multiple competitions.

That is why any discussion around Alisson’s future inevitably leads to succession planning. Liverpool will know they cannot allow sentiment to dictate a decision, and they will be equally aware that replacing a goalkeeper of this calibre is one of the most difficult tasks in squad building. The market for top-level goalkeepers is small, prices are steep, and certainty is rare.

There is also the issue of availability. Alisson’s injury record has prompted scrutiny over the past 18 months, even if his level has remained exceptionally high whenever selected. Liverpool’s medical and recruitment departments will already be mapping out different scenarios, from a gradual transition to a more abrupt shift if interest hardens and circumstances change.

Iraola must weigh short-term security against long-term change

For Iraola, this is a balancing act. New coaches often want continuity in key positions, particularly in goal, where trust and communication shape the entire defensive structure. Alisson offers reliability in performance terms, leadership in the dressing room and authority on the pitch. Those qualities are difficult to replace during a period of tactical adjustment.

At the same time, Liverpool have to think beyond the next few months. If Juventus are preparing to position themselves for a future opportunity, Liverpool must decide whether to resist entirely, manage a phased handover, or re-enter the market for another senior goalkeeper. Lucca Brughmans is regarded as one for the future, but asking a teenager to bridge that gap would be a major gamble.

For now, there is no suggestion of an imminent departure. Yet the fact this conversation has returned so quickly tells its own story. Alisson remains coveted, Juventus remain interested, and Liverpool may soon need to make one of the most significant squad calls of the Iraola era.

Our View

From a Liverpool supporter’s perspective, this is exactly the sort of report that makes you uneasy, even if nothing is close right now. Alisson is one of those players you take for granted until he is missing. He saves points, settles defenders and gives the whole team confidence. When a match becomes chaotic, he is the one player who can restore order in seconds.

The concern is not whether Mamardashvili is talented, because he clearly is. The concern is whether Liverpool are drifting towards a transition before the rest of the squad is ready for one. Iraola is still trying to establish his way, the rebuild still feels half-finished, and removing the best goalkeeper in the club’s modern era from the equation would add another layer of instability.

There is also the fear that Liverpool could talk themselves into being too clever. Yes, age matters. Yes, injuries matter. But elite goalkeepers are different. If Alisson is still performing at this level, Liverpool should be protecting that advantage for as long as possible, while building a proper plan behind the scenes.

If Juventus are circling again, Liverpool need to shut the door firmly unless they are absolutely certain the next move is ready. Anything less would feel like an unnecessary risk.