Liverpool are keeping a watching brief on Genk goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans as the final stages of the transfer window bring uncertainty around Giorgi Mamardashvili’s future, with Echo reporting that Nottingham Forest are weighing up a move for the Georgia international.
Brughmans, who turned 18 in June, has quickly emerged as one of the more highly regarded young goalkeepers in Europe. Liverpool’s interest is understood to sit at monitoring stage for now, rather than anything more advanced before Tuesday’s 11pm deadline. That position reflects both the competitive market around the player and the fact that any immediate movement may depend on developments involving Mamardashvili.
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Lucca Brughmans on Liverpool radar
Within Liverpool’s recruitment structure, Brughmans has been identified by the club’s Global Talent department, led by Matt Newberry, as a goalkeeper of significant long-term promise. He has already made four senior appearances for Genk and has represented Belgium at Under-19 level, factors that have helped elevate his profile among top European clubs.
There is further competition too, with Real Madrid among those credited with interest. That naturally makes any future pursuit more complex, and there is no indication at this stage that Liverpool are preparing a late push before the deadline passes.
Giorgi Mamardashvili future could shape plans
The key variable appears to be Mamardashvili. Nottingham Forest’s interest gives this situation added relevance, particularly as Liverpool’s depth chart could alter if the 24-year-old were to seek a move after only a year on Merseyside. Freddie Woodman is currently the club’s third-choice goalkeeper, but Liverpool may yet feel a need to reinforce the succession plan if circumstances shift.
Mamardashvili joined in a £29m agreement struck with Valencia in the summer of 2024, with the move completed the following year. He went on to make 20 appearances last season under Arne Slot, covering…
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