Liverpool have been advised against allowing both Alisson Becker and Curtis Jones to leave in the same transfer window, with concerns growing over the potential impact such a double departure could have on squad balance, leadership, and stability.
The summer ahead is already shaping up to be a significant one at Anfield, with uncertainty surrounding multiple players and wider questions about the direction of Arne Slot’s squad rebuild.
While some exits are expected, there is a growing feeling that Liverpool must avoid overhauling too much of their core group at once.
Writing in his column for the Liverpool ECHO, John Aldridge said: “Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson will be leaving the club at the end of the month and there has been talk about other players who could leave, such as Alisson and Curtis Jones. I don’t know where this talk has come from. I feel like someone is trying to throw a spanner in the works.
“There’s no way Liverpool can let Alisson and Jones go this summer. We’ve had one big transition last year. Alisson can play at Anfield for another four or five years. Why make the squad situation any more difficult?”
Concern over losing key experience and identity
Alisson remains one of Liverpool’s most important figures, having been a consistent world-class presence since joining the club in 2018. His shot-stopping, distribution, and composure under pressure have made him a cornerstone of the team’s success in recent years.
Curtis Jones, meanwhile, represents a different but equally valuable asset: homegrown identity and squad depth. Despite not always being a guaranteed starter under Slot, he has remained a flexible and reliable option across midfield and even in deeper roles when required.
The warning is that losing both players in the same window would strip Liverpool of two very different but important qualities: elite experience in goal and locally rooted squad continuity.
Alisson’s situation creates major uncertainty
Alisson’s future has become a growing topic of discussion, with reports suggesting interest from European clubs and speculation that Liverpool may already be assessing long-term replacements.
At 33, the Brazilian remains at the top of his game, but the natural question of succession planning is now emerging. Liverpool have already shown signs of planning for the future in the goalkeeping department, which only intensifies speculation around a possible transition period.
Any departure would represent one of the most significant changes in the Slot era so far, given Alisson’s influence both on and off the pitch.
Curtis Jones facing an uncertain role
Jones’ situation is also unclear, with the midfielder entering a key stage of his Liverpool career. He has been used in multiple positions this season, reflecting both his versatility and the squad’s tactical adjustments under Slot.
However, that flexibility has also led to inconsistency in terms of a defined starting role, prompting debate over his long-term future at the club.
Recent reports suggest interest from European sides, with his situation closely monitored as he approaches the final stages of his current contract.
Why Liverpool are being urged to keep at least one
The central argument from those advising caution is that Liverpool cannot afford to lose too many squad pillars in a single summer, particularly during a period of transition.
Alisson provides elite-level assurance in goal, while Jones contributes homegrown presence and tactical adaptability. Removing both simultaneously would increase pressure on recruitment, especially in already important rebuilding areas.
With several changes already expected, there is concern that excessive turnover could destabilise progress under Slot rather than accelerate it.
For Slot and the recruitment team, the challenge will be managing change without dismantling the core structure that still underpins the squad.
