Liverpool Facing Major Decisions Over Alisson Becker And AC Milan Interest
Liverpool are once again navigating a period of uncertainty, with key figures attracting interest from elsewhere and internal tensions rising. As focus intensifies on Mo Salah following his recent frustration over team selection, attention has now shifted towards Alisson Becker, whose future is drawing scrutiny from abroad, particularly AC Milan.
Salah Situation Adds To Liverpool Concerns
Salah’s comments after being left out of the starting XI for three consecutive matches have triggered a wave of speculation around his long term future. He publicly voiced his frustration, saying he felt scapegoated for recent performances. The timing of his remarks, coinciding with renewed links to the Saudi Pro League, underlines the growing sense of unease.
His absence came during a mixed run of results, with Liverpool beating West Ham United before being held by newly promoted Sunderland and Leeds United. A 1-0 win at Inter steadied things slightly, yet Salah remains unconvinced that the club’s wider struggles have been fairly judged. As he put it, Liverpool’s problems should not fall solely at his feet.
The looming Premier League meeting with Brighton has been framed by some as a potentially defining moment, particularly with Salah’s future appearing increasingly uncertain.
Alisson Becker Emerges As Next Major Question
While Salah dominates headlines, Alisson Becker has become the second Liverpool legend linked with a possible exit in 2026. His contract contains an option for an additional year, and it is widely expected that Liverpool will activate it. Even so, the situation has grown more complicated following reports that AC Milan hope to bring the Brazilian to Serie A.
Sky Sports report that AC Milan hope to sign Alisson, however. They feel he’s a low cost replacement for Mike Maignan, who will leave the club in the summer.
Milan’s admiration is not new, but their belief that he may be obtainable has raised eyebrows. From Liverpool’s perspective, allowing Alisson to depart for free by not exercising the extension clause makes little sense. Moreover, losing a goalkeeper still considered one of the world’s best would represent a significant sporting setback.
Contract Dynamics Look Crucial Ahead Of 2026
Liverpool’s stance remains unclear. If there were a desire to move Alisson on, the club would risk weakening a position that has been a foundation of their success for years. If they plan to retain him, activating the extension appears routine. Yet Milan’s confidence suggests they see an opening, even if the logic behind that belief is not obvious.
As the club continues its evolution under Arne Slot, the prospect of two iconic players departing in the same year marks a symbolic turning point. The gradual transition from Jurgen Klopp’s era is well underway, and 2026 could accelerate that shift considerably.
Whether Salah stays or goes, and whether Alisson Becker resists AC Milan’s advances, Liverpool face decisions that will shape both their identity and their competitiveness in the seasons ahead.
