Alisson Becker wants to stay at Liverpool as his agent opens talks

Alisson Becker wants to continue at Liverpool beyond the end of his current contract, and his agent has already begun discussions with the club about a possible extension. The Brazilian goalkeeper said he had not personally taken part in the talks. No new deal has been confirmed at this stage.

His current agreement expires at the end of the season. Liverpool will therefore have to decide what comes next with a goalkeeper who has helped the club win the Premier League, the Champions League and several domestic trophies. Signed from Roma in 2018 for £66.8 million, the 34-year-old has since made 347 appearances for Liverpool.

Interest from Juventus had already figured in the situation: earlier in the year, Alisson considered a move to Italy before choosing to remain at Liverpool. The arrival of Giorgi Mamardashvili is another factor for the club to consider as it plans its long-term goalkeeping position.

The Brazilian’s comments came after the Reds’ 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace on Sunday. Alisson made several important saves in the match. The result was particularly welcome after a difficult week in which Liverpool had lost to Arsenal and Fenerbahce.

Asked whether he wanted to stay, Alisson said he was happy at the club and that his family was happy there too, while acknowledging that the decision depended on several factors. “I’m still hungry for titles and good performances,” he also said, adding that he wanted to play at the highest level for as long as possible. On the talks, he confirmed: “No, but my agent is talking with the club.”

The goalkeeper also acknowledged that Liverpool needed greater consistency. He believes the team has the manager and players to achieve great things, but still needs to find the collective confidence required. “We are building that. I hope we get there really quick but it takes time,” he said. He called for patience, while warning that the players had “no time to waste.”

Liverpool will therefore need to improve its performances and reach an agreement with a goalkeeper who wants his future to remain at Anfield. Alisson’s immediate priority, meanwhile, is helping the team become more consistent.