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·14 Juni 2025
Report: Liverpool turn down keeper enquiry from abroad

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·14 Juni 2025
In what continues to be a busy summer for Liverpool, one story that briefly set pulses racing was an enquiry from Turkish giants Galatasaray regarding goalkeeper Alisson Becker. Florian Plettenberg of Sky Germany was first to break the news, revealing that Galatasaray had made a “concrete enquiry” for Liverpool’s No.1 just weeks ago.
With the Reds already undergoing notable change this summer—including the departures of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid and long-time deputy Caoimhin Kelleher—any suggestion that Alisson could leave was enough to unsettle fans.
However, Liverpool supporters can breathe a sigh of relief.
Alisson, 32, remains a cornerstone of Liverpool’s ambitions and is widely regarded as one of the finest goalkeepers in the world. His current contract runs until 2027, and he has reiterated his commitment to the club. Despite expressing a desire to return to Brazil one day, Alisson made it clear that his focus remains at Anfield:
“I talk to athletes who have made this move to return, some have had good experiences, others not. Each one will have their own experience, but I want to return, especially to Inter. I don’t know when it will happen, but I still want to do it at a high level. That’s what I have planned.”
These comments show a player thinking long-term about his career, but in no rush to leave Merseyside just yet.
The summer arrival of Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia offers a glimpse into Liverpool’s strategic thinking. The 23-year-old Georgian is seen as Alisson’s long-term successor but will start the season as second choice. With Kelleher’s exit, the move fills a gap in the squad while also setting up a seamless transition in future seasons.
With Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk also staying, the summer upheaval has not fractured the team’s backbone. Alisson’s decision to stay underscores his importance not just as a player but as a leader.
As Plettenberg’s report rightly highlighted, Galatasaray may be on the lookout, but Alisson’s eyes are firmly set on another season leading from the back at Anfield.
From a Liverpool supporter’s perspective, this update couldn’t be more reassuring. Alisson has been a rock at the back for the Reds, and with so much shifting this summer—Trent off to Madrid, Kelleher leaving, —the last thing fans wanted was a question mark over Alisson’s future.
The interest from Galatasaray feels opportunistic. With Alisson’s age and contract situation, it’s understandable that clubs would be curious, but it’s telling that Alisson didn’t even entertain the idea. His words make it clear: he sees himself playing at the highest level for years to come, and right now, that’s in a Liverpool shirt.
Mamardashvili is an exciting prospect and certainly a solid heir apparent, but there’s no replacement for Alisson’s leadership, shot-stopping, and calm under pressure. His continued presence ensures that the rebuild taking place this summer doesn’t tip into a full-blown reset.
From a fan’s lens, this feels like a win. A world-class keeper staying loyal when other big names have moved on sends a strong message. It says Liverpool are still a club to believe in.