Liverpool is actively monitoring potential successors to long-standing goalkeeper Alisson Becker, casting its net toward Europe as recruitment teams evaluate candidates including Olympiacos goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis and Manchester City’s James Trafford, according to widespread reports across European sports media.
The Transition Planning at Anfield
Liverpool is looking toward the future of its most crucial position. According to reports cited by Liverpool Brasil via Area Napoli, the English club has kept a close watch on Olympiacos goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis as an eventual replacement for Alisson Becker.
Alisson arrived at Liverpool in the summer of 2018, brought in by then-manager Jürgen Klopp from AS Roma for roughly 67 milhões de libras junto à AS Roma. Since then, the Brazilian has established himself as one of the premier shot-stoppers in club history. He has logged 326 appearances, kept 138 clean sheets, and collected a glittering array of silverware that includes two Premier League titles, the UEFA Champions League, the FA Cup, and two League Cups. The former Internacional player stands as a modern Anfield legend.
Evaluating Konstantinos Tzolakis and the European Competition
To potentially fill that towering legacy down the line, Liverpool scouts have evaluated the 23-year-old Tzolakis. The Olympiacos starter carries an estimated market valuation of around 17,5 milhões de libras, making him an accessible target by elite Premier League standards. However, the Reds face fierce competition from a crowded field of European suitors. Napoli, Arsenal, Juventus, Bayern Munich, and Roma have all tracked the Greek international’s development.
Arsenal and Liverpool have monitored his progress over several months, registering strong impressions from his performances. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest holds a peculiar advantage in the race; club owner Evangelos Marinakis also owns Olympiacos.
Liverpool already secured Georgia international Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia, who has spent time establishing his footing within the club’s goalkeeping hierarchy. Because goalkeepers frequently enjoy extended careers, any definitive move for another primary starter depends heavily on fitness metrics and financial evaluations.
Alternative Targets in the Premier League
In addition to continental targets, Liverpool has weighed domestic options. According to reporting highlighted by Torcedores citing Goal.com, another candidate under consideration is James Trafford. The 23-year-old Manchester City goalkeeper is reportedly weighing his options due to a desire for regular first-team minutes, which could potentially open the door for a switch across the English top flight where he might secure a clearer pathway to starting duties.
Trafford developed within Manchester City’s academy system between 2015 and 2023 before returning to the Etihad Stadium ahead of the current campaign following a stint with Burnley FC for a fee exceeding 30 milhões de euros. During the 2025–2026 season, he has largely served as an understudy, limiting his appearances while holding a contract with City that runs through June 30, 2030, alongside an estimated market valuation of approximately 25 milhões de euros.
Broader Squad Priorities for the Summer
Despite active scouting networks tracking goalkeeping talent across Europe, securing a new starting number one is not considered an immediate priority for the upcoming summer transfer window. Recruitment personnel recognize that significant investment will be required across other areas of the pitch before the club shifts focus toward major reinforcements between the posts.
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