Giorgi Mamardashvili breaks silence on Liverpool transfer and immediately wins fans over

Liverpool has officially confirmed the deal for Georgian goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili to join the Reds for a fee that could reach $39m (£29m/€35m) including add-ons.

And the 23-year-old shot-stopper has taken to social media to express his love for the club that he will remain with for the upcoming campaign. "I can't start talking about Valencia and this club without expressing my gratitude," he posted on Instagram . "Thank you for the continuous support and love I have felt at every stage since the first day of my arrival at the club for three years.

"Words are not enough to thank Valencia CF, this great football family and city has given me. Valencia didn't just change my football career; it changed my life. I am forever grateful for the impact this club has had on me."

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Mamardashvili is one of the most highly-rated young goalkeepers around and Liverpool has secured his signature well ahead of needing to replace Alisson. He will continue his progress at the same club that he has excelled in recent seasons.

"We all know what a challenging year awaits us and how transformative this period is for the club," Mamardashvili continued. "Therefore, decided to stay in Valencia for one more year and give my best to help the club achieve its goal. As never before, we will fight to the end!"

Mamardashvili's Instagram bio now lists three teams: Liverpool takes the top spot, followed by the Georgian national team, and finally Valencia. But he won't be appearing for the Reds until at least next summer — and even then Alisson Becker will still have another two years remaining on his existing contract at Anfield .

Liverpool.com says: The signing of Mamardashvili might not be particularly exciting but he could be the next big thing in goalkeeping. It's the hardest position to recruit for and therefore when a good one becomes available, it is wise to take the chance to being them in.