Liverpool legend risks wrath with choice of Alisson transfer replacement

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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesAlissonEXCLUSIVE: Former Liverpool goalkeeper Brad Friedel believes Aston Villa fans won't be happy with his ideal replacement for Alisson Becker should he leave The RedsAlisson Becker has been linked to Juventus ahead of the summer transfer window(Image: Getty Images)Former Liverpool goalkeeper Brad Friedel conceded that Aston Villa fans are “probably going to hate” his idea for how The Reds could replace Alisson Becker should he leave Anfield.In recent weeks, rumors have reached a fever pitch that Alisson could soon take his talents to Serie A and sign with Juventus, who are reportedly making a strong push to acquire him and have already offered him a long-term contract.The Brazilian has proven more-than worthy of the £66.8m ($95 million) transfer fee to bring him to Liverpool from Roma in the summer of 2018, propelling The Reds to six major honors in the years to follow.READ MORE: Arne Slot agreement reached on his future at Liverpool after Mohamed Salah statementREAD MORE: Liverpool told ideal manager to bring back 'heavy metal' style is availableWhile Friedel acknowledged that replacing Alisson would be a tall task, he believes Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez could serve as a serviceable successor to the Liverpool fan-favorite."Replacing Alisson is not impossible, but it's a huge ask,” Friedel told Liverpool.com on behalf of prediction market experts at casino.org.“Villa fans are probably going to hate me for this — but if Liverpool can't find a younger goalkeeper that they think can carry the torch, which isn't easy to find at a club like Liverpool, then they should go and grab Martinez for a few years, because he still has years in him.“Go get a really experienced guy that's going to make huge saves in the Champions League football and in cup finals. Get a really top-quality goalkeeper."Brad Friedel has suggested Emiliano Martinez as a potential Liverpool replacement for Alisson(Image: Getty Images)According to TEAMtalk’s Graeme Bailey, Martinez has drawn substantial transfer interest in the leadup to the summer window.

With Villa looking to create roster flexibility, the 33-year-old could be on the move given his standing as one of the club’s highest earners.Martinez is said to be held in high regard by Liverpool top brass and reportedly viewed as a “serious option” if Alisson leaves Anfield.Considering Liverpool is already slated to lose several experienced voices in Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson at the end of the season, however, Friedel warned that losing another major leader like Alisson may be too much to overcome."I think Robertson has been brilliant since he's been there,” Friedel added. I think he's an infectious character and he's a big voice.

I think that'll be a miss on and off the field.READ MORE: Andy Robertson named in Scotland squad for World Cup as big transfer decision beckonsREAD MORE: Jamie Carragher reminded of Mohamed Salah 'apology' truth after latest Liverpool rant"Salah's goal and assist return can be replaced, but probably not with one player."I think you have to replace it with a style of play rather than finding another star like that. Those types of players are difficult to find.“I think they'll be able to find a system to replace that.