Giorgi Mamardashvili may not officially join Liverpool until next summer, but he is already making waves after leading celebrations following Georgia’s Nations League triumph.
Liverpool secured Mamardashvili from Valencia for £29 million, but as part of the deal, the 23-year-old goalkeeper will remain with the Spanish side until next summer when his move becomes official.
At 23, Mamardashvili represents a key investment in Liverpool’s goalkeeping future. The Georgian international has already made a name for himself with impressive performances at both club and international levels.
On Saturday, the Valencia shot-stopper earned his 22nd cap for Georgia in their Nations League clash against Czechia, playing a pivotal role in their 4-1 win.
After the match, Mamardashvili led the Georgian ultras in celebrating the victory, with his teammates enthusiastically joining in from the pitch. It’s not the first time he’s embraced the passionate celebrations that come with winning for his country.
Georgia’s dominant performance saw them score four goals in just 33 minutes, with Czechia managing a late goal that denied Mamardashvili a clean sheet. Despite this, the goalkeeper had an impressive game, making four saves from an xGOT of 1.85, continuing his fine form on the international stage.
His strong showing in the Nations League follows an eye-catching performance at the Euros, where he made the most saves per 90 minutes (7.5) and prevented 4.7 goals, despite Georgia being knocked out by Spain in the round of 16.
From his enthusiastic celebrations on Saturday, it’s clear Liverpool will be gaining not only a talented player but also a passionate character. His energy and dedication will be a welcome addition to the squad.
As the season progresses, it will be exciting to see what Mamardashvili achieves both for Valencia and Georgia.
Reflecting on the signing, Liverpool manager Arne Slot said, “Mamardashvili is a great example of how the club continues to plan for the future. He represents a long-term investment that will benefit the team for years to come.”
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