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Liverpool Eye Brighton Star Verbruggen for Alisson Succession
8 Nov
Summary
- Liverpool reportedly targets Brighton's Bart Verbruggen as Alisson's successor.
- Alisson Becker is in the final year of his contract, with talks ongoing.
- Bayern Munich and Chelsea also show interest in the Dutch goalkeeper.
Liverpool are reportedly pursuing Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen as a potential long-term replacement for Alisson Becker. The Dutch goalkeeper's recent performances in the Premier League have garnered significant attention from Anfield's decision-makers.
Alisson Becker is currently in the final year of his contract, and uncertainty surrounds his future at the club. Manager Andoni Iraola expressed a desire for Alisson to stay but could not confirm the progress of contract talks. From January, Alisson will be eligible to sign a pre-contract with any other club.
Verbruggen has been instrumental for Brighton, helping them maintain a strong defensive record. However, Liverpool faces competition for his signature, with Bayern Munich also reportedly monitoring the goalkeeper as a successor to Manuel Neuer. Chelsea has also been linked, though a move seems less likely.
Despite the interest in Verbruggen, Liverpool currently has Giorgi Mamardashvili as backup, but he has not yet cemented his place in the starting lineup.
