Alisson transfer update drops as Liverpool 'looking for replacements' in summer
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesAlissonLiverpool is scouting for Alisson replacements this summer as Juventus emerges as a serious contender for the veteran goalkeeper, with the Italian club said to be willing to offer Michele Di Gregorio in a swap dealAlisson continues to be linked with an exit(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool is searching the market for potential successors to Alisson Becker, with Juventus poised to challenge its resolve with a bid for its established No. 1 goalkeeper.Alisson has 12 months remaining on his existing deal after Liverpool activated an extension clause in March, though a summer departure remains possible.
Juventus has emerged as a genuine suitor for Alisson, who is understood to be receptive to departing Liverpool.READ MORE: Arne Slot error proves costly as Liverpool and Man Utd reality clear - 5 talking pointsREAD MORE: Jamie Carragher reveals long-term Liverpool 'worry' as he calls for summer transfer actionThe Serie A club could propose a swap arrangement involving their goalkeeper, Michele Di Gregorio, in return for the experienced Brazilian.Juventus is believed to be prepared to offer Alisson terms running until summer 2028 with an additional year's option. Sky Sports reports that Liverpool is conscious of developments and is consequently identifying alternatives ahead of a pivotal transfer window.The Reds already know they will lose Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson this summer, and may also need a new goalkeeper.Alisson has suffered from fitness issues this season(Image: Getty Images)Giorgi Mamardashvili has deputized for Alisson, featuring 18 times across all competitions this season, but is currently sidelined himself, leaving third-choice Freddie Woodman as Slot's sole available option at present.Slot was recently questioned about the prospect of losing Alisson in the same window as Robertson and Salah.In response, he said: "I think the club is run in a certain way and we make decisions that the club thinks are in the best interests of the club.
That is a decision the club has to make if that is needed. In the end, he still has one year."Turning his attention to Juventus' interest specifically, Slot said: "The main focus for Ali is very clear, that is getting back in goal as soon as possible for the club he loves to play for, and then he wants to be in goal for the country he wants to play for, that is Brazil."I think that is already the short and mid-term future."Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.AlissonLiverpool FCJuventus FCTransfersFreddie WoodmanGiorgi Mamardashvili