Alisson exit a serious possibility, says Romano

Fabrizio Romano has said there is a serious possibility that Alisson Becker, the 34‑year‑old Brazilian goalkeeper, will leave Liverpool when his contract runs out in June 2027, after the club failed to start renewal talks. The announcement came via Romano’s YouTube channel, highlighting the looming succession decision for the Reds.

The 34‑year‑old has been one of Liverpool’s most important players since arriving from Roma in 2018. His current deal only runs until June 2027.

With no active renewal talks taking place, the Reds may soon face one of their biggest succession decisions in years.

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Romano’s assessment and club’s options

Romano says Alisson’s exit is now a serious possibility. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Romano explained that Liverpool were aware Alisson considered a move to Juventus earlier in 2026 before deciding to stay for another season. He added that Liverpool activated a one‑year extension because the club were already undergoing major changes, with Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and other senior figures departing. Alisson ultimately chose to remain and help during the transition from Arne Slot to Andoni Iraola, but Romano now believes a summer exit is realistic. “I think it’s a serious possibility,” Romano said when discussing whether this could be Alisson’s final Liverpool season. Iraola himself has admitted he does not know whether Alisson will stay, although he made clear that he hopes the goalkeeper signs a new deal.

Successor monitoring and wider transfer activity

Losing Alisson for nothing would be a huge moment for Liverpool. Even at 34, he remains one of the defining goalkeepers of his generation and replacing his shot‑stopping, distribution and leadership would not be straightforward. Liverpool are already preparing for that possibility. Aston Villa goalkeeper Zion Suzuki is being monitored as a potential long‑term successor. Giorgi Mamardashvili is another option already at Anfield. Liverpool have also been linked with Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa. Romano stressed that Liverpool could still offer him a new contract if their stance changes. That decision should not be delayed too long. Allowing one of Liverpool’s greatest modern players to leave without having a clear replacement ready would be a major gamble. For now, Alisson’s future remains unresolved, but the possibility of a summer farewell feels more realistic than ever. Liverpool and Chelsea have made contact over a €60m‑rated Premier League defender.

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