Liverpool’s goalkeeper Alisson Becker has confirmed that the club informed him about their interest in signing Giorgi Mamardashvili. Alisson stated, “Liverpool told me about Mamardashvili and I think it was a good idea,” in an interview with @_pauljoyce. He added that he was aware of the club’s plans before the news surfaced on social media, which he sees as a positive sign of the club valuing his opinion.
Background on Mamardashvili
Giorgi Mamardashvili, a 23-year-old goalkeeper, currently plays for Valencia. Liverpool has been in discussions with Valencia regarding a potential transfer, with reports indicating that the clubs are close to reaching an agreement. Previous news reports have suggested that the deal could be valued between €35-40 million.
Recent Developments
Recent updates have highlighted the progression of negotiations:
- 2024-08-22: Liverpool nears agreement for Mamardashvili.
- 2024-08-21: Liverpool and Valencia nearing agreement on Mamardashvili deal.
- 2024-08-13: Liverpool to hold further talks on Mamardashvili loan deal.
- 2024-06-27: Valencia set to sell Mamardashvili for €35-40m.
Alisson’s comments underscore the club’s strategic planning and the importance of player input in transfer decisions.