Liverpool searching for Alisson contract agreement amid Juventus interest
The future of Alisson Becker has been cause for concern among Liverpool supporters in recent weeks.
The 33-year-old shot stopper has been heavily linked with a move away from the club, with Juventus thought to be the favourites in the race for his signature.
Although his season has been affected by injury, Alisson is still the clear number one for the Reds and proved his worth with an incredible save against Brentford on the final day of the season.
Even with Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson saying their goodbyes to the Anfield faithful following the Brentford game it wasn’t clear if Alisson would be staying or going.
Now, a fresh report has shed some light on the situation.
Liverpool hoping to agree contract with Alisson
Recent reports have speculated that Juve are close to a full agreement with the player, but that club-to-club negotiations have been a sticking point.
Now it appears that the Reds have little intention of letting Alisson leave the club and are instead looking to agree a new deal with him.
Alisson has concerns over Liverpool’s long-term plans and has reportedly become frustrated with the club’s unwillingness to match the long-term deal Juve have offered.
That’s according to a report from TEAMtalk, which revealed that the player is seeking talks with the hierarchy at Anfield in order to work out a resolution.
Juventus don’t seem to have been deterred by Liverpool’s reluctance to sell, and the saga could become drawn out if the Reds can’t come to an agreement with Alisson over his future.
If Richard Hughes and Co are serious about keeping Alisson around, they may have no choice but to cede to the Brazilian’s demands and a new extended deal could be the outcome.
Liverpool will have to enter the market if Alisson is sold, either to replace the 33-year-old or to replace Giorgi Mamardashvili if he is promoted from deputy.
Depending on Alisson’s demands, it may be better for the Reds to just stick with a ‘keeper they already know to be world class and give Ali a new deal.
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