Liverpool Presents Mamardashvili: “One of the Best – A Challenge for Me”

Liverpool has officially introduced its new goalkeeper, Giorgi Mamardashvili, and published his first official interview on the club’s website.

H2: Giorgi Mamardashvili’s First Words as a Liverpool Player

“Thank you. I’m very happy to be here. This is a great moment for me because transferring to Liverpool is not an ordinary thing – it’s the fulfillment of a dream. Now I feel motivated, proud, and ready.”

H2: What It Means to Be Part of Liverpool

“When I agreed to the Liverpool transfer last summer, I felt that something big was beginning in my career. And now I understand even better what it means to be a Liverpool player.”

H2: On Diogo Jota’s Tragedy

“It was truly a very sad moment when I arrived here. But everyone here supports each other – Liverpool is a big family. We are not just a team; we are people who care for one another.”

I didn’t have the chance to play alongside him, but I played against him once – at Euro 2024. I saw firsthand what an amazing player he was and how much people loved him. It was clear that he was an incredible person off the pitch as well.

H2: Watching Liverpool’s Games Last Season

“Of course, I watched every game – I already considered myself part of the team. Celebrating the championship title was amazing. I clearly saw how much Liverpool means to so many people.

H2: Being the First Georgian at Liverpool

“Of course, I’m very proud of that. I know what it means to my family and to Georgian fans. I will never forget the day my transfer to Liverpool was announced. I received so many messages from Georgia – everyone was happy and excited.”

H2: Moving From Georgia to European Football

“I played three seasons in the top Georgian league. Gradually, I got into the national team. At 20, I had the chance to move to Spain – and that’s when a completely different life began for me. A new culture, language, people… The first year was especially difficult.

Valencia played a huge role in my life. At first, I didn’t know Spanish or English, which made things tough. But I quickly realized that to progress in my career, I had to learn everything. And now I’m here, at one of the greatest clubs in English football.”

…On Liverpool’s goalkeepers:
“As a kid, I used to watch goalkeepers on YouTube, including Liverpool’s keepers – Jerzy Dudek, Pepe Reina, and now Alisson. Liverpool has always had great goalkeepers, and now I want to contribute to that tradition.”

H2: Liverpool’s Goalkeepers

“As a kid, I used to watch goalkeepers on YouTube, including Liverpool’s keepers – Jerzy Dudek, Pepe Reina, and now Alisson. Liverpool has always had great goalkeepers, and now I want to contribute to that tradition.”

H2: Working With Alisson Becker

“Ali is one of the best goalkeepers in the world today. I’m happy that I’ll get the chance to work with him. I can’t wait to start training alongside him – I have so much to learn from him.”

“Of course, it’s a challenge. I’m here to show my best and help the club succeed. I don’t like to talk much about myself, but I think I’m quite calm and focused. I have very quick reactions on the goal line.”

Highlights from our pre-season friendly against Preston ⚽️ pic.twitter.com/NriTWJnHHB

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) July 14, 2025

…On the match against Preston:
“My first time in front of Liverpool fans – it was a proud moment for me. It motivates me to keep improving and to give everything for the good of the club.”

…On his ambitions:
“Everyone knows how ambitious Liverpool is, and I want to be part of its success.”

…On the fans:
“I’m fully aware of the responsibility I have. Liverpool means so much to so many people. I also want to thank the Georgian fans – I’m a proud Georgian at Liverpool.”

As a reminder, Liverpool bought Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia last year for €35 million but left him on loan with the Spanish club for the past season.

Liverpool’s next friendly match is scheduled for July 26 against AC Milan. Arne Slot’s team will start the season on August 10 with the FA Community Shield clash against Crystal Palace, and the Premier League opener will be on August 15 at home against Bournemouth.