Liverpool’s newest addition in aim has shared his pleasure after making his aggressive debut in our Carabao Cup win over Southampton.
Giorgi Mamardashvili, who joined us from Valencia final summer time however spent the season again in Spain on mortgage, lastly pulled on the Liverpool shirt for the primary time in an official fixture.
Giorgi Mamardashvili makes debut in Carabao Cup victory
The 24-year-old Georgia worldwide began between the posts because the 10-time League Cup winners edged a 2-1 victory at Anfield.
Alexander Isak struck earlier than the break and Hugo Ekitike netted a late winner to ship us into the following spherical.
After the sport, Mamardashvili took to Instagram, posting: “First official recreation for Liverpool. A big day, a brand new chapter and an honor to put on this shirt. Grateful for all of the assist🔴” (through @gmamardashvili25).
What his debut means for Liverpool’s goalkeeping plans
The Georgian’s first outing was intently watched given the modifications behind Alisson Becker this summer time.
With Caoimhin Kelleher bought to Brentford, there was a have to strengthen our depth.
Mamardashvili’s £25m arrival was a part of a wider summer time rebuild that additionally introduced in signings like Freddie Woodman and Armin Pecsi to bolster our goalkeeping division.
Arne Slot rotated closely in opposition to Southampton, giving alternatives to new faces together with Italian defender Giovanni Leoni earlier than his damage setback.
That debut for the No.25 although exhibits the longer term planning in place for when Alisson’s contract ends in 2027, and the competitors we’re constructing for long-term stability.
Mamardashvili’s calm distribution and dealing with could have happy the teaching workers as we juggle Champions League, home cups and the Premier League defence this season – it’s good to know we’ve got back-up.
You’ll be able to view Mamardashvili’s publish through his Instagram account:
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