ALISSON WANTS TO STAY! Liverpool Face Huge Contract Decision

Newsround with Dave Davis | Alisson Wants to Stay as Liverpool Face Huge Contract Decision

Part 1.

Dave Davis returns for another edition of Newsround on Anfield Index, reacting to a major development surrounding Alisson Becker's Liverpool future.

Following Liverpool's 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace, Alisson spoke publicly about his desire to remain at Anfield, despite growing expectations that the Brazilian goalkeeper could leave when his contract expires at the end of the season.

Alisson insists he remains hungry for trophies, wants to continue performing at the highest level and is happy with life at Liverpool.

But will the club offer him a new deal?

Dave examines the difficult decision facing Julian Ward, with Liverpool having already invested in their long-term goalkeeping succession plan. Questions remain over Giorgi Mamardashvili's suitability as Liverpool's next number one, while the possibility of recruiting another goalkeeper cannot be ruled out.

There's also a reaction to Liverpool's latest Premier League victory, which moves Andoni Iraola's side into the top four ahead of the international break.

Alexis Mac Allister earns particular praise following another influential performance, while Alisson's six saves against Palace underline why replacing the Brazilian would be such a difficult task.

Should Liverpool offer Alisson another contract? Is a one-year extension the perfect compromise? And can the Reds continue their excellent away form?

All this and more on Newsround with Dave Davis, exclusively on Anfield Index. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices