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Juventus Pursues Alisson as Liverpool Extends Deal

4/24/2026

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Summary

Becker Pursuit

Juventus intensified its pursuit of Alisson Becker, with agents to discuss a contract at the AC Milan game.
Liverpool extended Becker’s contract by 12 months to avoid a free transfer.
Juventus hopes reuniting Becker with manager Luciano Spalletti will lure him to Italy, though matching his Liverpool wage may be hard.
Becker said he would consider a new Liverpool deal and enjoys life in England after Liverpool lost Salah and Robertson.

Summary

Alisson Returns

Alisson's hamstring has limited his kicking, forcing a return for Manchester United and a chance to play four games after missing 16 PL and 3 CL matches in five seasons and 28 PL plus 9 CL games in the next three.
Giorgi Mamardashvili, 18 appearances and groomed as Alisson's replacement, misses Crystal Palace game due to Everton derby wound, giving Freddie Woodman first PL start in almost six years.

History

Historical Context

The 1990 Bosman ruling revolutionized football by allowing players to transfer freely after their contracts expired, reshaping player movement dynamics. This change paved the way for clubs like Liverpool to negotiate contracts effectively, as seen in Alisson Becker's recent extension. The ongoing competition for elite talent, exemplified by Juventus' interest in Becker, highlights the increasing financial power of clubs in European football.

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Becker Pursuit

Juventus intensified its pursuit of Alisson Becker, with agents to discuss a contract at the AC Milan game.
Liverpool extended Becker’s contract by 12 months to avoid a free transfer.
Juventus hopes reuniting Becker with manager Luciano Spalletti will lure him to Italy, though matching his Liverpool wage may be hard.
Becker said he would consider a new Liverpool deal and enjoys life in England after Liverpool lost Salah and Robertson.

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