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Giorgi Mamardashvili is set to join Liverpool next summer.

Arne Slot expressed that he is not surprised by Mamardashvili’s impressive performances leading up to his transfer to Liverpool. The club has reached an agreement to acquire the goalkeeper from Valencia for as much as £29 million. Mamardashvili will remain with the Spanish team for the current season and will officially move to Merseyside in July 2025.

Valencia is currently in a relegation battle, sitting at the bottom of La Liga, and Mamardashvili is emerging as a crucial player. In a recent 1-1 draw against Getafe, the Georgian international made a stunning double save in the 97th minute to secure a point for Los Ches. This moment went viral on social media, giving Liverpool fans a preview of what to expect.

Slot mentioned that due to his busy schedule with the Reds, he hasn’t been able to closely monitor Mamardashvili’s progress. However, he wasn’t surprised by the goalkeeper’s success. He stated, “I assume the club follows his progress very detailed because I know how professional this club is.”

Following his key saves against Getafe, Mamardashvili was ranked seventh in the Yashin Trophy at the Ballon d’Or 2024 gala in Paris the next evening.

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“Trent Alexander-Arnold clarifies his stance on Liverpool’s title aspirations: ‘it doesn’t bother me’”

Trent Alexander-Arnold shared his thoughts on Liverpool’s strong start under new manager Arne Slot and addressed doubts about their potential as Premier League title contenders.

Liverpool currently leads the league with seven wins out of their first eight matches, sitting just one point ahead of Manchester City and four points above Arsenal, who were anticipated to be key challengers this season.

When asked about external skepticism, Alexander-Arnold stated to Sky Sports, “It doesn’t bother me. We had to try and figure out how good we were as a team in a new system and if that system was going to work and obviously it has.”

He acknowledged the presence of many world-class players but emphasized the challenges of adapting to a new manager and system. “But for us, we were training, we felt good and we got off to a good start. As soon as we came in for the first chat with the manager, it was ‘we want to win things.’”

Liverpool is set to face Arsenal on Sunday, marking a significant challenge for Slot. The manager recognized the difficulty of the matchup, saying, “We know how tough an opponent Arsenal are, especially in their own stadium.” He reflected on a previous encounter and noted the necessity of being at their best to secure a positive result.

Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta also emphasized his team’s readiness, stating they would be “flying” despite recent injury issues. Following their 1-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk, Arteta acknowledged the physical demands on players returning from international duties.

“That didn’t help. But we have now four days. Believe me, come Sunday we’ll be flying. For sure.” He expressed confidence in their preparation, saying they would review and rest before focusing on the upcoming match.

Days before the deadline, the Anfield club was able to formally declare their first summer transfer market signing.

Liverpool has officially completed the purchase of Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia after agreeing to pay a sum of £49.8 million in salary and fees.

According to Levante EMV, Liverpool has agreed to pay the Los Che a fee of £29.5 million (35 million euros, of which 30 million are set and the remaining 5 million are bonuses).

Regarding the specifics of the agreement, however, the news source states that Liverpool and the Georgian international have reached a six-year agreement. The international player will, nonetheless, be loaned to Valencia for the 2024–25 season.

Over the following half-decade, he will be paid approximately £20.3 million. Thus, the total value of the agreement is approximately £49.8 million for one of the top goalkeepers in the world.

Liverpool moved quickly to recruit Mamardashvili because he made 21 saves in the Euro 2024 group stages—tied for the most of any shot stopper in the competition’s history.

It is a sensible move to allow the 23-year-old to remain on loan at Valencia for the entire season, with Alisson solidly maintaining his place as Anfield’s top player and Kelleher serving as a reliable backup.

But as far as the performances are concerned, he isn’t enjoying the time of his life at the Mestalla just yet.

In the first two league games that Valencia lost, he has already allowed five goals, and Valencia is now in 20th place in La Liga. They will play Athletic Bilbao away from home later today.

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Done deal: Liverpool agrees to pay a £49.8 million fee plus salary in exchange for signing

Ange Postecoglou, the manager of Tottenham, has bolstered his midfield and offence this summer.

Among other players, Spurs have managed to bring in midfielder Archie Grey from Leeds United and striker Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth.

They have given Tottenham the strength and depth they needed to contend for a spot in the top four of the Premier League this year. They made these additions to the squad this summer.

The North Londoners are reportedly interested in signing a defensive player, but Liverpool and Bayern Munich will likely put up a fierce fight for the player’s services.

Diario Expreso (quoted by Liverpool Echo) claims that Tottenham is considering a move for Piero Hincapie, the defender for Bayer Leverkusen.

It has been communicated to the Premier League team and all other interested clubs that a £50 million offer would be required in order to recruit the player this summer.

Spurs have enough centre backs for the upcoming season with Radu Dragusin serving as the backup option and Cristian Romero and Mickey van de Ven as the first choice.

Ben Davies, a left-back, has additionally demonstrated his ability to play centre defence when called upon.

Spurs are still hoping to sign the player, who is a left- and centre-back in addition to that.

More than a defender, Tottenham needs a wide attacker.

The manager of Bayer Leverkusen, Xabi Alonso, is keen to keep the defender on staff and believes the only way the defender would be allowed to leave the German champions this summer is if he receives a sizable financial offer.

Given that Tottenham have paid a large quantity of money to acquire Solanke and Grey this summer, it seems doubtful that they will spend the same amount of money on another defender, especially one who will serve as a backup.

Spurs require greater depth in their assault, especially from the right side of the attack, therefore they must concentrate on their wide attacking areas.

Valencia is not in the mood to lower their asking price; Mamardashvili wants Liverpool and Liverpool wants Mamardashvili.

The player and his representatives are working hard to finalise the deal between the two teams, according to the most recent information from the UK.

Many people are beginning to believe that the Georgian international will be the first signing of the Arne Slot era, according to today’s issue of The Sunday Mirror

To yet, Mamardashvili has been offered £30 million by Liverpool (with add-ons), but the Los Che are demanding £34 million.

Considering that the Merseysiders did not recruit a single player this summer, the gap is not that great, and they undoubtedly have money. Nevertheless, the British media site asserts that Anfield is unwilling to give the 23-year-old shot stopper any more than the price shown above.

In this case, Mamardashvili’s representatives have intervened to make sure that a deal is reached between the two teams and the player can finalise his dream transfer to Liverpool during the summer transfer window.

According to The Mirror, his agents are putting pressure on Valencia and the Reds to reach a mutually beneficial agreement that would see the Premier League team pay an upfront cost of £30 million and additional payments contingent on Valencia’s performance.

Alisson played a mostly spectator role in the second 45 minutes of yesterday’s match against Ipswich, although he was impressive and watchful throughout the first half.

There is no pressing need for Liverpool to buy a goalkeeper with him and Kelleher providing cover, but they are already considering what will happen to the Brazilian star, which is where Mamardashvili enters the picture.

The youngstar, who is considered to be of the best calibre, recorded the most saves during the Euros.

Keep an eye here for the most recent information on the transfer drama.

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Journalist shares the TRUTH about Bruno Guimaraes to Liverpool link following £51m deal rejection

Since Martin Zubimendi chose not to accept a transfer to Liverpool, focus has shifted to possible substitutes.

The Euro 2024 winner chose to remain with Real Sociedad, which was a disappointment for the Reds, who had targeted the Spain international in a £51 million deal to strengthen their defensive midfield options.

The fact that there is still time until the transfer window shuts to conclude some business will undoubtedly come as a blow to new head coach Arne Slot, who hasn’t welcomed a new player since taking over for Jurgen Klopp in the dugout.

Regarding potential Zubimendi substitutes for Liverpool, it’s important to note that Teun Koopmeiners, who played for Slot at AZ Alkmaar, has been actively courted.

That being stated, Bruno Guimaraes of Newcastle United is one name that has been circulating lately. Journalist James Pearce, however, has disclosed the giants of Merseyside’s position on a potential sale.

Liverpool “not interested” in Bruno Guimaraes 

“Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes has been touted as a possible alternative to Zubimendi – but senior Liverpool sources, kept anonymous to protect relationships, are adamant they have no interest in the Brazilian,” Pearce wrote in The Athletic.

Given what the 26-year-old has recently spoken regarding his future, it’s a good thing Liverpool has no plans to pursue a deal for the Brazilian; otherwise, another rejection would have been imminent.

“I have never stated that I would like to leave; I am here. As reported by the Daily Mirror, “Since I signed, I want to add my name to the club’s history and nothing changes.”

“My agency is interested in this; I don’t get involved in it. I have no knowledge about it. Newcastle is my main priority, and I’m happy.”