Liverpool superstar Alisson Becker linked with surprise move to UCL rivals - Reports
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has been linked with a move away from Anfield and also England. The Brazilian shot-stopper has three years left in his current contract. However, as per The Sun, he has garnered interest from Bayern Munich, who are considered Liverpool's UEFA Champions League rivals.
Bayern Munich are currently managed by former Premier League and Manchester City star defender Vincent Kompany. The Belgian manager is concerned about his side's current goalkeeper situation. The scenario suggests the injury issues of Manuel Neuer who is 38. At this juncture, it is crucial for the Bavarians to secure a new top goalkeeper.
Bayern Munich know the signature of Alisson Becker can be an expensive one, especially with the number of years left in his contract. Moreover, he was also linked with a move to Saudi Arabia, which has been an interest to many top players in recent times.
Liverpool have already started preparations in case Alisson departs. They have secured a deal with Valencia shot-stopper Giorgio Mamardashvili ahead of the next season. He is currently on loan at the Spanish side and will join the English club next summer. However, if the Brazilian leaves Anfield, it would surely be a huge blow to Arne Slot.
Alisson Becker has registered 269 appearances for Liverpool, since signing for the club from AS Roma in 2018, keeping 117 clean sheets. He was also a vital cog in Jurgen Klopp's Premier League and Champions League-winning sides. One major reason why Bayern Munich's scouting team has been monitoring the goalkeeper is his ball-playing abilities.
Alisson is considered one of the best ball-playing goalkeepers around the globe. He will be a perfect replacement for Neuer, who revolutionized the goalkeeper position in the modern game and was also called the "sweeper keeper".
Liverpool's form in the Premier League
With their recent win over Wolverhampton Wanderers on September 28, Liverpool have clinched the top spot in the Premier League. They are closely followed by Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea, and also Aston Villa.
Their players too have been in red-hot form. Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah have been the most impactful players for Arne Slot's contingent. Diaz currently is the club's top-scorer in the Premier League with five goals. Salah is following him closely with four to his name along with the same number of assists.
Since taking charge, Arne Slot has lost only one game so far, a narrow 0-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest. The side has also started on a dominating note in the Champions League, having defeated AC Milan 3-1 in their opening group-stage clash. They also beat West Ham United 5-1 in the EFL Cup third round.