Alisson Becker appears poised to return for Liverpool's Premier League finale against Brentford after a hamstring layoff, with Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti saying the goalkeeper has trained for two weeks and "could play the next game" while remaining part of Brazil's World Cup squad.
Alisson close to comeback for Liverpool v Brentford
Carlo Ancelotti has publicly signalled confidence that Alisson Becker will be available for Liverpool's season finale at Anfield against Brentford, saying the goalkeeper has been training for two weeks and is "doing normally." The comments come as Alisson remains in Brazil's 26-man World Cup squad and continues rehabilitation work on grass, edging toward a club return ahead of the tournament.
Where the injury stands
Alisson has been hampered by a recurring hamstring problem that has limited him across this and recent seasons. He has missed a significant portion of this campaign — unavailable through injury or illness for 19 matches — and has not managed more than 28 Premier League starts in any of the last three seasons. Although he has not yet fully rejoined collective team training, the goalkeeper's on-field rehab has progressed enough for Ancelotti to suggest a weekend appearance is possible.
What this means for Liverpool now
A timely return would be a major boost for Liverpool in a match that closes the Premier League season and for the club's preparations into the summer. Alisson's presence stabilises a defence that relied on backup options during his absence; having their No.1 fit for a high-profile fixture matters for team confidence and continuity.
Yet the pattern of recurring hamstring issues raises immediate questions about long-term dependability — an acute consideration as Liverpool navigate contract decisions and a summer of squad change.
Contract and transfer context
Liverpool recently exercised a 12-month extension on Alisson's contract, signalling short-term commitment while leaving broader future plans open. That decision arrives amid reported interest from other European clubs, which complicates the narrative around long-term succession in goal.
The club must weigh the value of keeping an experienced, world-class keeper who has durability concerns against the opportunity to plan a more stable future between the posts.
Implications for Brazil at the World Cup
Inclusion in Brazil's squad despite fitness uncertainty shows national-team faith in his readiness, and Ancelotti has stressed there's time for Alisson to be fully fit for Brazil's opening match against Morocco. For Brazil, having an experienced, in-form Alisson would be ideal; for Liverpool, the balance between ensuring peak World Cup condition and managing club needs will be a delicate thread to follow over the coming weeks.
Outlook: selection, fitness and the summer ahead
Expect Liverpool and Brazil to monitor his minutes carefully in the coming days. A short, controlled outing against Brentford would be a pragmatic step toward World Cup readiness without overexposure to risk.
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Longer term, Alisson's injury record will shape Liverpool's summer planning — whether to invest in another established option or accelerate a succession plan remains the club's key decision.
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