Bayern Munich is reportedly not interested in making a move for Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker, despite recent speculation. Over the past year, questions have emerged regarding Alisson’s long-term future at Liverpool, prompting the club to take steps in preparation for his potential departure. This included the signing of Georgian goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia earlier in 2023, positioning him as a possible successor to Alisson.
While there has been interest in Alisson from Saudi Arabian clubs, rumors surfaced suggesting that Bayern Munich could be a potential destination for the Brazilian keeper. Bayern is in need of a long-term successor for their current first-choice goalkeeper, Manuel Neuer, who will turn 39 next year. However, these rumors have been debunked by Sky Sports journalist Florian Plettenberg, who has reported that Bayern Munich has no plans to pursue Alisson.
According to Plettenberg, instead of targeting Alisson, Bayern Munich is planning to extend Manuel Neuer’s contract for an additional 12 months, keeping him at the club until 2026. Neuer, who has been the club’s first-choice goalkeeper for over a decade, is expected to remain in that role for the foreseeable future. Bayern Munich’s long-term strategy for the goalkeeper position revolves around Alexander Nubel, who they see as Neuer’s successor. Nubel spent the previous season on loan at Stuttgart and, this summer, returned to the Bundesliga on a two-year loan deal. The expectation is that Nubel will take over as Bayern’s starting goalkeeper once Neuer’s time at the club comes to an end, with 2026 being the likely target year for this transition.
On the other hand, Alisson’s future at Liverpool seems more secure for now, despite earlier doubts. He remains under contract with the Merseyside club until 2027. However, the signing of Mamardashvili indicates that Liverpool is already preparing for the next phase of their goalkeeping department. Mamardashvili is expected to challenge Alisson for the starting role beginning next summer, introducing healthy competition for the number one spot.
In summary, Bayern Munich is not expected to pursue Alisson as their replacement for Manuel Neuer. The German giants are focused on extending Neuer’s stay at the club and developing Alexander Nubel as his successor. Alisson, meanwhile, remains at Liverpool, where he is likely to face competition from Mamardashvili in the coming seasons.
