Liverpool's goalkeeper situation is set for simultaneous changes this summer. Multiple English media outlets report that if first-choice Alisson confirms he is staying, Mamardashvili is already prepared to leave on loan; meanwhile, head coach Slot has also given the green light to Harvey Elliott's permanent departure, as Anfield's squad reshuffle accelerates from the goalkeeping line through midfield.
Alisson and Juventus in a protracted tug-of-war
In the 2025-26 season, Alisson remains Liverpool's No. 1 goalkeeper, but during his injury layoffs, long-term successor Mamardashvili — whom the club had already signed — stepped in on multiple occasions. Late in the season, transfer rumors linking the Brazil international with Serie A giants Juventus continued to build, and at one point his future was discussed alongside an exodus that included Salah, Robertson and others.
The situation took a turn this week. TEAMtalk revealed that Liverpool's hierarchy has warmed to the idea of Alisson staying and is even willing to discuss a contract extension; however, the club has no intention of matching the long-term contract proposal Juventus have put on the table. Sources say Alisson's camp is frustrated at being unable to move to Italy and is seeking direct talks with senior club figures to clarify his long-term role at the club.
Backup goalkeeper and loan options
Reporter Nicolo Schira revealed on social media that Mamardashvili's primary demand is more playing time — if Alisson stays, he is already prepared to leave Liverpool on loan. For Slot, this is a dual test: keeping the more experienced Alisson means the goalkeeper signed last summer will struggle to find a stable rhythm in the Premier League, and the goalkeeping department must deliver an answer soon.
Elliott's exit route opens up
Midfield is just as unsettled. Football Insider reports that 23-year-old England midfielder Harvey Elliott’s loan spell at Aston Villa is nearing its end, he has little future at Anfield, personally favours a move to Leeds United, and Slot has given the green light. His contract expires at the end of next season, making a permanent transfer an acceptable solution for all parties.
End-of-season form and summer window talking points
Judging by recent results, Liverpool were inconsistent in the closing stages of the 2025 season: a 2-4 away defeat on matchday 37, a 1-1 draw on the final day, and just one win across matchdays 34 to 36. Records show Alisson enjoyed limited minutes across all competitions this season, with injuries and rotation leaving the battle for the No. 1 jersey already unresolved. Slot must use the summer window to settle Alisson’s future, Mamardashvili’s loan destination and Elliott’s transfer at the same time; delay in any one area could undermine stability at the start of next season.
In the near term, the most pressing questions are whether direct talks between Alisson and Liverpool’s hierarchy can break the deadlock, and whether a loan move for Mamardashvili materialises quickly; the depth of Elliott’s talks with Leeds will determine whether this contract-year player can maximise his value before leaving. Structurally, if Slot keeps Alisson, he must accept the knock-on cost of loaning out his backup goalkeeper or making another signing; release the first-choice keeper, and Liverpool must redraw their long-term plan between the posts.
