Liverpool received a surprise blow before his friendly confrontations against Athletic Bilbao, where the absence of the Brazilian goalkeeper Alison Baker was confirmed from the two meetings for personal reasons that were not revealed, which imposes new challenges on the Dutch coach, Arney Slot, during his preparations for the start of the new season.
The reason for the absence of Alison Baker from confronting Athletic Bilbao
Liverpool confirmed that Alison Baker will not be available to participate in the team’s confrontation against Athletic Bilbao, scheduled for Monday evening at Anfield. The first match will be held at seven in the evening Cairo time, with the second start at ten in the evening, within the preparatory program for the new season 2025-2026.
Alison’s absence comes at a sensitive timing, especially after his withdrawal earlier in the Asian team’s preparatory tour, as he left the camp for reasons that were not officially announced. As this absence continues, it became certain that the coach Slope will have to rely on other guards during this stage.
Who will go to Liverpool’s goal against Bilbao?
In the absence of Alison, Slot is expected to give the new guardian: Mamaredshevili, Faridi and Woodman. Through these confrontations, the Dutch coach seeks to test the technical and physical readiness for them, before making decisive decisions regarding the team’s primary goalkeeper during the next season.
This first appearance may be an actual test for guards for self -proving, especially in light of the expectations for Liverpool entering the season with fierce competition locally and continental, which requires high readiness in the goalkeeping center.
How were Alison’s numbers last season?
Alison Baker made a stable season with Liverpool during the past year, where he participated in 35 games in various championships. During these meetings, the Brazilian goalkeeper received 33 goals, and he succeeded in maintaining the cleanliness of his net in 13 games, which reflects clear stability in performance.
The current market value of the 32 -year -old goalkeeper is about 20 million euros, making it one of the most prominent names in his position at the English Premier League.
Does Alison’s absence affect Liverpool preparations?
Alison is absent from one of the important preparatory stages in the Liverpool Preparation Program, which raises questions about the impact of this on his tactical harmony with the new coach Arney Slot, especially since several changes have occurred in the style of play and the technical staff after the end of last season.
The technical staff is afraid of the delay in the return of Alison, which may push it to rely on new alternatives if the absence continues, or think about the recycling option during the early stages of the season.
