European Giants Eyeing Surprise Move for Liverpool Star
Speculation surrounding Alisson Becker has resurfaced, with fresh reports from Gazzetta dello Sport suggesting that Juventus are exploring a move for Liverpool’s long standing No.1.
The Brazil international, who joined Liverpool FC from AS Roma in 2018, remains one of the most accomplished goalkeepers in European football. Yet with his contract entering its final phase, attention has inevitably turned towards what comes next.
Contract Situation Raises Questions
Alisson’s current deal expires at the end of the season, although Liverpool retain an option to extend by a further year. It is widely expected that this clause will be activated, particularly given the importance of stability ahead of a demanding campaign that includes a World Cup on the horizon.
Speaking last summer, Alisson addressed the uncertainty directly.
“I’ve never been able to plan long term. Obviously now I have one year left on my contract and another year of club option, which they will probably exercize,” Alisson said.
“It’s a decisive moment in my career, with a World Cup coming up. I want to be very focused, I don’t want anything external to get in the way of that.”
Those words suggest clarity of mind rather than unrest. However, transfer markets rarely operate in straight lines.
Juventus Goalkeeper Search Explained
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus are surveying Premier League options amid doubts over current first choice Michele Di Gregorio. Recent errors have placed his position under scrutiny, prompting the Turin club to consider alternatives.
Alisson is listed among the names under discussion, alongside Guglielmo Vicario of Tottenham Hotspur. Meanwhile, Mike Maignan had been admired before committing his future to AC Milan.
Much may depend on Juventus securing qualification for the Champions League. Without that revenue and prestige, attracting a goalkeeper of Alisson’s calibre becomes significantly more complex.
Liverpool Planning for Future
Liverpool have already positioned themselves prudently. Giorgi Mamardashvili arrived from Valencia CF last summer after a pre agreed deal, signalling forward planning in the goalkeeping department.
That does not automatically signal the end for Alisson. Instead, it reflects a club preparing for eventual transition, rather than reacting to it.
Alisson himself has been open about one day returning to Brazil and boyhood club Internacional.
“I talk to athletes who have made this move to return, some have had good experiences, others not.
“Each one will have their own experience, but I want to return, especially to Inter. I don’t know when it will happen, but I still want to do it at a high level. That’s what I have planned.”
For now, the evidence points towards continuity at Anfield. Juventus interest may be genuine, as reported by Gazzetta dello Sport, yet Liverpool hold the contractual advantage and, crucially, the player’s trust.
Our View – Anfield Index Analysis
From a Liverpool supporter’s perspective, the thought of Alisson departing feels premature. He remains one of the pillars of this side, a goalkeeper who has delivered in defining moments, from title races to Champions League nights.
Under Arne Slot, structure and control have become increasingly important. Alisson provides both. His distribution, composure and leadership cannot be easily replicated, even with Mamardashvili’s promising arrival.
Juventus may admire him, but admiration does not equal feasibility. Liverpool are not under pressure to sell, and with a World Cup approaching, stability benefits all parties. Supporters will expect the club to trigger the extension and manage succession carefully rather than rush a transition.
There will come a day when Alisson returns to Brazil. When it does, it should be on Liverpool’s terms, after another chapter of success, not amid speculation driven by uncertainty elsewhere.
For now, Anfield should remain his stage.
