Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has stated his intention to keep hold of key players Alexis Mac Allister and Alisson, amid growing speculation over their futures at Anfield.
Mac Allister, a 27-year-old Argentina international, has two years remaining on the five-year contract he signed in 2023. Despite yet to begin talks over a new deal, Iraola expressed his desire to retain the midfielder, praising his performances and contributions to the team.
'I think Alexis has been one of the best players at the club for the last few years, and he has had a very good World Cup, so it is normal that other clubs want our best players,' Iraola said. 'It always happens in other markets. But I want to keep my good players. I'm looking forward more to signing new players rather than losing the ones we have here.'
Alisson, a 33-year-old Brazilian goalkeeper, has one year left on his contract and has been linked with a move to Juventus. However, Iraola is keen to retain the experienced shot-stopper, who he believes will play a crucial role in the upcoming season.
'I'm very happy with the situation we have right now in the goalkeeping area,' Iraola explained. 'Alisson is someone also in a changing room that has lost some references in terms of experience, I think he's someone that definitely will help us in this process of adaptation of the new signings, of the new players, the young players.'
Injury concerns have also been a topic of discussion, with Conor Bradley, a Northern Ireland international and potential right-back, expected to be out for several months due to a knee injury sustained in January.