Overview
- Multiple reports on Wednesday said Alisson gave verbal approval to Juventus and discussed personal terms, though no agreement between clubs has been reached.
- Liverpool recently activated a one‑year option to 2027, which strengthens their position on a fee reported at about €15 million.
- Italian outlets say Juventus have pressed for a cut‑price or even free transfer, a stance described as irritating Liverpool.
- Salary remains a sticking point for Juventus, with Alisson’s reported £250,000‑a‑week wages prompting talk in Italy of David de Gea as a cheaper fallback.
- Liverpool are preparing for outcomes by backing Giorgi Mamardashvili and exploring external options, with Goal reporting declared interest in Manchester City’s James Trafford.
- On Friday, head coach Arne Slot said Alisson is close to returning from a hamstring injury and stressed the club is not reacting to transfer rumors.