Liverpool made a massive statement last summer with a spending spree that had fans dreaming of an unstoppable force. But as the season winds down, it's clear things haven't gone according to plan. With several players already set to exit Anfield, another busy transfer window is on the horizon.

Arne Slot and sporting director Richard Hughes are leaving no stone unturned as they reshape the squad for next season. One of the hottest topics around Merseyside right now? The future of goalkeeper Alisson Becker.

Juventus are reportedly pushing hard for the Brazilian shot-stopper, with whispers that a personal agreement is already in place with the Serie A giants. But since Alisson remains under contract at Anfield, Liverpool hold all the cards—and it's still unclear which way they'll lean.

Now, a new report from journalist Ekrem Konur has thrown a fresh name into the mix. Liverpool are among a host of clubs tracking SC Freiburg's Noah Atubolu, a 23-year-old goalkeeper who's been turning heads in the Bundesliga.

"Atletico Madrid show concrete interest in Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolu," Konur wrote on X. "Interest - Atletico Madrid, also Milan, Inter, Napoli, Brighton, Tottenham, West Ham, Aston Villa, Leeds and Liverpool. Scouts watched him live; summer transfer likely."

If you haven't heard of Atubolu, you're not alone—but this rising star is making serious noise. Standing at six-foot-two, he's been one of Freiburg's standout performers over the past two seasons and is already being touted as Germany's next Manuel Neuer.

Nicknamed a "penalty killer" for his exceptional record from the spot, Atubolu brings a calm authority between the posts that has scouts buzzing. Whether Liverpool move for him could depend on what happens with Alisson—but one thing's for sure: the Reds are covering all bases as they gear up for a summer of change.