Virgil van Dijk admits Alisson exit would be ‘big blow’ for Liverpool as Serie A transfer talk intensifies

Virgil van Dijk has admitted that losing Alisson Becker would represent a “big blow” for Liverpool as speculation regarding a move to Italy continues to gather pace. The Brazilian goalkeeper has been heavily linked with a switch to Juventus, with it reported that there has been contact between the Serie A giants and the player’s representatives.

Liverpool activated the one-year option in Alisson’s contract earlier this year, meaning his current deal at Anfield expires in June 2027. However, the Brazil international – who is currently sidelined with a muscle problem – has been linked with a move to Italy this summer, with Juventus among the clubs interested in facilitating his return to Serie A. But Van Dijk remains hopeful that his long-time team-mate will stay at Anfield despite the temptation of a new challenge in Italy.