Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson Becker, who since his move to Anfield has supported a strong defence with his consistent goal-saving and sometimes produced Mohamed Salah’s goal from a well-placed punt kick, remains the reigning guardian deity this season.
Irish goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher, who is currently the reserve goalkeeper, is likely to leave the club this summer, while third-choice goalkeeper Vitezslav Jaros will also leave the team at the end of the season after his contract expires.
Conversely, Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili is set to be acquired and is expected to compete regularly with the Brazilian goalkeeper next season.
According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool are looking to build a team and are willing to sell the team’s guardian angel. The player himself reportedly wants to stay in Europe and play in the first team, rather than in Saudi Arabia, where he was the subject of interest last summer.
He has been in the goalmouth in close to ‘300’ games for Anfield and has saved the team with a number of saves. He has been instrumental in winning the Premier League and Champions League and, at 32, is still one of the best goalkeepers in the world.
It would be unrealistic to let go of the player, who has also been on the pitch for 70 games for the Brazilian national team. The Georgian goalkeeper will be his first challenge in the Premier League and will need time to get used to it. He also has to understand coach Arne Slott’s style of play.
In addition, Valencia and the Georgia national team are more focused on defence and do not play to increase possession. They are good shot-stoppers, but they must also learn to play a style that allows them to fly out of the penalty area and connect from the back.
For this reason, an experienced goalkeeper is essential. The ideal scenario would be to replace them over the next few years as they improve together.
So, contrary to expectations, is there a future for Alisson Becker leaving Liverpool…?