Breaking News: The rumors are true! Liverpool FC has officially signed Georgian goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, making him the world’s most expensive goalkeeper.
Key Details:
- Player: Giorgi Mamardashvili
- Age: 23
- Current Club: Valencia (Spain)
- Transfer Fee: £3 million + £550,000 in add-ons
- Status: Tied for world’s most expensive goalkeeper with Diogo Costa
Liverpool agrees to sign Mamardashvili from Valencia. He will join Liverpool in the 2025-26 season. Work permit and international clearance pending.
Liverpool FC share, “We have reached an agreement for the transfer of Giorgi Mamardashvili, subject to a work permit and international clearance – with the Valencia goalkeeper set to move to Anfield ahead of the 2025-26 season 🙌🔴”
Long-term planning: Liverpool sees Mamardashvili as a replacement for current first-choice keeper Alisson Becker (32).
Plays for Georgia’s national team. Key player in Georgia’s qualification for Euro 2024. Standout performances against Greece and Czech Republic
Manager Arné Slot: “We are delighted to have signed one of the world’s top young goalkeepers. Giorgi has the potential to become one of the best goalkeepers in the world.” Alisson Becker: “I think it’s a great move for the club. We need to plan for the future, and Giorgi is a talented young goalkeeper.”
Mamardashvili stays with Valencia for the rest of this season. Expected to join Liverpool in 2025-26. Current backup keeper Caoimhín Kelleher likely to leave
Liverpool’s signing of Mamardashvili demonstrates their commitment to building a strong future squad. Fans are eagerly anticipating his arrival at Anfield and the impact he’ll make on the team.
