Sources: Liverpool to make late contract offer for veteran star, he’s needed in leadership role
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(Credit: Imago) Mon 13 April 2026 17:57, UK Liverpool are set to evaluate the possibility of handing a new contract to veteran goalkeeper Alisson next season, sources have told Football Insider.The Brazilian is due to enter the final year of his deal at Anfield this summer, but the Reds are determined that he is not for sale, despite sustained interest from Juventus. The Merseysiders are already set to lose the likes of Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson at the end of the season, and sources say that they are concerned that selling Alisson as well would leave a void in the leadership group.Instead, they plan to assess how the 33-year-old performs, with the possibility of a one-year extension potentially on the table if the club are happy that he still has what it takes in the Premier League.Liverpool’s transfer plans are set to see their squad take a different feel next term, but they have already decided that Alisson is a player that they cannot afford to lose. ✈️ Liverpool Transfer News ✈️ Breaking news on deals in progress, latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Anfield boardroom.
VISIT THE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Juventus lack finances for Alisson dealFootball Insider revealed back in February that Juventus would struggle to afford Alisson this summer if they fail to qualify for Champions League football at the end of the campaign. Alisson has proven his ability in the Italian top flight in the past, but Liverpool are set to stand in the way of any genuine moves from Turin this summer.
He has been deemed too important to leave ahead of next season, with the Liverpool hierarchy keen to ensure that they retain some of the senior players who have been crucial figures for them in recent years.What does this mean for Giorgi Mamardashvili’s Liverpool future?Football Insider revealed at the end of March that Liverpool are also not willing to sell Giorgi Mamardashvili this summer, despite him continuing to play second fiddle for large parts of the season. Mamardashvili is still being lined up as the long-term successor to Alisson in the number one role, and Liverpool are keen to ensure that he gets a chance to impress as the genuine starter whenever his teammate does depart.The 25-year-old is held in very high regard behind the scenes at Anfield, and they feel that he is someone who would be capable of immediately stepping into Alisson’s shoes whenever the time comes. 🔴 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Liverpool Insider Access Get the full story from Anfield and the AXA Training Centre with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Merseyside.