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Juventus Target Liverpool's Alisson for Summer Transfer

Published 25 February 2026

Juventus have identified Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker as their top target for the summer transfer window, according to multiple reports, as the Italian club seeks to address instability in their goalkeeping position under manager Luciano Spalletti.

The 33-year-old Brazilian, whose contract with Liverpool runs until 2027, has been a mainstay at Anfield since his 2018 move from Roma, where he first worked under Spalletti. Juventus view Alisson as an ideal addition to bolster their defense, particularly after current first-choice Michele Di Gregorio faced criticism for errors during the 2025-26 season. Di Gregorio's backups, Mattia Perin and Carlo Pinsoglio, are seen as reliable but not long-term solutions for a club with a storied history of elite goalkeepers like Gianluigi Buffon.

Reports indicate Juventus believe they can secure Alisson at a reduced fee, given the contract's timeline and Liverpool's preparations for his eventual departure. The English club signed Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia in the summer of 2025, positioning the 25-year-old Georgian as a successor. Mamardashvili has featured sporadically but has shown promise, though observers note he lacks...

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