It's already clear who Liverpool will pick as Giorgi Mamardashvili's back-up once Alisson leaves - opinion

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Liverpool look set to overhaul their goalkeeping options for a second year running with doubt continuing to shroud Alisson Becker’s future at Anfield.Alisson has reportedly agreed a move to Juventus, and though it remains to be seen whether a transfer will transpire, it is clear that change is in the offing.Though not everyone will be pleased to hear it, Alisson’s exit will likely mean Giorgi Mamardashvili takes on the mantle of being Liverpool‘s number one. Are Liverpool making the right call by sticking with Arne Slot? 🤔 What does he need to do to get the fans and players back on side?Credit: Stuart Franklin/UEFA/Getty Images Vitezslav Jaros likely to become Liverpool’s back-up goalieJaros already has experience of Liverpool’s first-team, having made two appearances last season.

The Czech did well when coming in as an in-game replacement for Alisson at Crystal Palace, while also catching the eye on his first start in the Carabao Cup.Jaros was described as being ‘brilliant‘ during that match against Brighton, and subsequently headed out on loan to join Ajax last summer.Initially installed as the Dutch club’s first-choice, the 24-year-old made 26 appearances before his season was ended due to a knee injury in February.READ MORE: Liverpool already know their ideal replacement for Alisson Becker but they can’t easily sign himPhoto by ANP via Getty ImagesAlthough the injury does throw up concerns over his involvement during the early part of 26/27, Liverpool should wait for Jaros instead of signing somebody else. He has already proven himself good enough to step in when required, and it would make little sense to bring a new face in.The injury recovery is a slight worry, but unless he is set to miss a big chunk of the campaign, this feels like an easy decision for Liverpool to make.Are there any other candidates?While Jaros is comfortably the best placed to step into a bigger role as back-up next season, the prospect of him missing the opening rounds of the Carabao Cup could lead to a chance for young Armin Pecsi.Pecsi is reportedly being tracked by Sevilla ahead of a potential summer move, but it seems unlikely that Liverpool will sell him as they ponder their options.The 21-year-old will be eyeing Alisson’s situation with intrigue, and with Jaros potentially looking for a starting role in 2027/28, he will likely be aiming for that as a perfect time to become the regular number two.Until then, it feels unlikely that he will step up on a permanent basis, although how much he is involved may also depend on the future of Freddie Woodman.

Either way, it feels unlikely that he will be given the job as number two if Alisson leaves.Finally, Liverpool could, of course, look to the transfer market, but this would represent a big gamble. Links have emerged to James Trafford, but it seems improbable that the England international would swap the bench at Man City for the bench at Liverpool.Other options may start to be thrown around as Alisson’s path becomes more clear, but, for now, Jaros looks easily the best bet to join Mamardashvili as Slot’s best options next season.