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Liverpool have set their sights on Brighton & Hove Albion’s Bart Verbruggen as the prospective long-term replacement for Alisson between the posts.
The Dutch shot-stopper has produced impressive performances for the thriving Seagulls throughout the campaign, recording seven shutouts across 10 Premier League fixtures as the Sussex side sit second in the standings—four points clear of the Reds.
Naturally, this outstanding run of form has drawn attention to Brighton’s standout players, leading Liverpool to shift their focus toward the Amex Stadium.
Liverpool keeping tabs on Brighton & Hove Albion keeper Bart Verbruggen
Current Liverpool custodian Alisson sees his agreement reach its end following this season, amidst suggestions that his previously elite standards have begun to dip as he gets older.
Now aged 34, the Brazilian international has committed a few noticeable blunders this term, and recent remarks revealing he skipped Liverpool fixtures last term “to prepare for the World Cup” have caused dissatisfaction among supporters.
According to a report by TEAMtalk, the Merseyside club have commenced planning for their future in goal, pinpointing Verbruggen as a “credible candidate who could provide stability and quality” as Anfield’s next primary option.
Alisson proved to be a pivotal acquisition for former boss Jurgen Klopp following Loris Karius’ costly errors in the 2018 Champions League final, cementing his reputation as arguably the top shot-stopper in the Premier League after arriving from Roma for a world-record fee for a goalkeeper at that time.
The Reds sought to secure their goalkeeping future in 2025 by securing highly regarded Georgian Giorgi Mamardashvili, though the 26-year-old has yet to replicate the commanding presence that Alisson consistently established.
Come next summer, manager Andoni Iraola is set to integrate 18-year-old prospect Lucca Brughmans from Belgian club Genk in a transaction potentially worth up to £30 million, though the requirement for an established senior goalkeeper to succeed their current main option persists.
Reports suggest Verbruggen remains content at Brighton, despite attracting interest from Real Madrid, who are likewise contemplating their options for when Thibaut Courtois eventually departs.
The report notes that manager Fabian Hurzeler will refuse to listen to mid-season offers for the Dutch international in January, while the player has reaffirmed his complete commitment to his present surroundings on the south coast.
“I don’t know what will happen in the future: no one knows,” Verbruggen remarked recently, further stating, “All I know is that, at the moment, I’m very happy in Brighton.”
The Brighton goalkeeper holds a valuation of €40 million according to Transfermarkt. Liverpool are set to clash with Manchester United once Premier League fixtures restart following the international break.
