Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker. (Richard Sellers/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images)
Liverpool are preparing for a summer of major transition.
While spending may be more controlled than last year, replacing two of their most influential figures — Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson — will be no small task.
Both players have defined an era at Anfield, and their departures will already leave a significant void.
But there is now a growing sense that they may not be the only senior figures heading for the exit.
Juventus “Mad” About Alisson Becker
Juventus are stepping up their pursuit of Alisson Becker, with the Mail Online claiming the Serie A giants are “mad” about signing the Liverpool goalkeeper this summer.
The 33-year-old — described as “phenomenal” by former Reds defender Stephen Warnock — has emerged as a priority target for Juventus as they look to strengthen between the posts ahead of next season.
While alternatives such as James Trafford, David de Gea, Guillaume Restes and Konstantinos Tzolakis are also under consideration, Alisson is believed to be high on the shortlist due to his experience and relatively attainable price. With just one year left on his Liverpool deal, he could be available for a reduced fee compared to other options.
The Brazilian is said to be open to the idea of returning to Italy, having previously played for Roma, and is comfortable with the language and league. However, no final decision has been made, with the goalkeeper expected to assess his options carefully ahead of the World Cup.
Liverpool, for their part, are not in a rush to let him go. Despite injury concerns in recent seasons, Alisson remains a key figure in the squad — and with other senior players already departing, the club may be reluctant to lose another leader in the same window.
This is where sentiment meets strategy. Alisson isn’t just a goalkeeper — he’s part of Liverpool’s identity over the past decade.
But if Juventus push hard enough, and the timing feels right, even “phenomenal” players can move on. The real question is whether Liverpool can afford to let that happen all at once.
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