Liverpool’s preparations for the new season have taken an unexpected turn, with first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker departing their pre-season tour in Asia due to a personal matter.

The Reds, who recently fell 4-2 to AC Milan in a friendly held in Hong Kong, are now in Japan preparing for a clash against Yokohama F. Marinos. However, Alisson won’t be part of the squad for that match.

According to reports, including updates from journalist James Pearce, the Brazilian was absent from the team’s open training session and has been granted leave from the camp. While the club has yet to comment officially, sources confirm that his exit is not injury-related.

🧤 In his absence, summer signing Giorgi Mamardashvili is expected to start in goal, with backup options including Freddie Woodman, Armin Pecsi, and Kornel Misciur available if needed.

Alisson is anticipated to rejoin the squad once they return to Merseyside and resume training at the AXA Centre ahead of a double-header friendly against Athletic Club on August 4th at Anfield.

This marks the third unexpected exit from Arne Slot’s camp this summer. Joe Gomez has been sidelined with an Achilles problem, while Luis Diaz has completed a £65 million transfer to Bayern Munich after landing in Germany for his medical.

⚽️ Liverpool’s pre-season has featured fixtures against Preston and Stoke City, and will conclude with the Community Shield showdown against Crystal Palace on August 10th at Wembley.

Meanwhile, the Reds’ summer overhaul continues with over £200 million spent on new faces, including Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez, Hugo Ekitike, and Mamardashvili. And the transfer buzz hasn’t stopped — a bid for Newcastle’s Alexander Isak is reportedly in the works, as the striker remains absent from the Magpies’ own pre-season trip.

Stay tuned for more updates as Liverpool’s pre-season drama unfolds 🔴🔥