Liverpool face summer of change with Alisson swap and missed targets
Liverpool are facing a potential summer of significant change, with goalkeeper Alisson Becker a target for Juventus in a possible swap deal, according to sources. The Italian giants are reportedly keen on the Brazilian international and discussions have been held over a contract that could span two years with an option for a third. Juventus' interest comes as they seek an upgrade on their current goalkeepers, Michele Di Gregorio and Mattia Perin.
Sources indicate that Alisson is intrigued by the prospect of a move to Turin. The potential deal could involve a swap, with Liverpool having previously tracked Juventus goalkeeper Di Gregorio. If the Reds decide to revive their interest in the 26-year-old Italian, a direct exchange could be on the cards. Alisson, 31, has been a cornerstone of Liverpool's success since his 2018 arrival, winning the Premier League and Champions League, but his departure would signal the end of an era alongside other stalwarts like Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson, who are also expected to leave.
Elsewhere, the club's transfer strategy has reportedly suffered a blow with the success of two former targets at Manchester City. According to pundit and club legend Steven Gerrard, the performances of Marc Guehi and Antoine Semenyo for City in their run to the FA Cup final have highlighted a missed opportunity. Gerrard, speaking on broadcast duty, stated that both players "should be playing for Liverpool" and that their acquisition would have made a "big difference." He specifically noted that Guehi had previously agreed to join Liverpool before his then-club Crystal Palace had to pull out of the deal.
In terms of potential arrivals, Liverpool's interest in Inter Milan right-back Denzel Dumfries persists. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that manager Arne Slot retains a "very good feeling" about the Dutch international, whom the club also considered in January. Dumfries has a release clause set at approximately £21 million, which is active for a limited period this summer, potentially making him a cost-effective target. Romano notes that a loan move in winter was impossible due to Inter's stance and Dumfries' injury at the time.
The possible departure of Alisson would represent one of the most consequential moves of the post-Jurgen Klopp transition, requiring a major reshuffle in a key area. Meanwhile, the continued links to Dumfries suggest Slot is keen to imprint his own ideas on the squad, particularly in the full-back areas. The reported missed opportunities for Guehi and Semenyo underscore the competitive nature of the modern market, where near-misses can have lasting repercussions as rivals strengthen.
