Mamardashvili signing is fantastic business for Liverpool

Bringing the Georgian to Anfield in 2025 is an astute move that could save the club a fortune down the line.

After weeks of reports, Giorgi Mamardashvili's move to Anfield has finally been confirmed, in a deal worth £25 million, with £4 million in add-ons. He will undergo a medical in Liverpool today.

Unusually, however, the 23-year-old will travel right back to Valencia and spend next season on loan with his previous, and current, club.

While it may be hard to get excited about a future transfer in 2025, Liverpool fans have a lot to admire about this particular deal, and a lot to look forward to in Mamardashvili.

The Georgian is one of the most sought-after young goalkeepers in Europe, having enjoyed a brilliant Euros campaign and a great season in La Liga.

Securing his services for £25 million is a steal in today's market, with clubs often having to pay over market value for first-choice keepers. For context, Raya and Onana made moves for higher fees, and Mamardashvili is more coveted than both.

Hughes and Co. have saved a few quid with this special transfer arrangement, but it stands to also benefit Liverpool's current man between the sticks.

Alisson Becker recently announced his intention to honour his contract, and potentially sign a new one, so Mamardashvili's delayed arrival allows the Brazilian the space to decide his next steps for himself.

Too much choice is seldom a bad thing in team selection, and in this case it will sort out Liverpool's goalkeeping situation for the foreseeable future. Be it Alisson, still arguably the best goalkeeper in European football, or Mamardashvili, Liverpool will have an elite keeper in goal come next season.