Liverpool are reportedly drawing up succession plans for Alisson Becker, with Giorgi Mamardashvili emerging as a leading contender to inherit the number one jersey.

Why Alisson’s Future Is in Doubt

Football Insider claims the Georgian is in contention to become first choice at Anfield. Alisson’s contract expires at the end of the season, and a run of costly errors has fuelled questions over his long-term future on Merseyside.

Mamardashvili, 26, arrived from Valencia in 2025 and has largely played second fiddle. He has made only two appearances this term, both in the EFL Cup, though he has deputised whenever the Brazilian has been unavailable.

Verbruggen Offers an Alternative

Liverpool have reportedly identified Bart Verbruggen as another option. The 24-year-old has kept 11 clean sheets in 14 outings across all competitions, but his form is attracting interest from several leading European sides, so competition for his signature could be fierce.

Young Belgian Lucca Brughmans is set to join next season, yet he is not considered ready to challenge for the starting spot.

Opinion: Promote From Within?

Signing a headline replacement simply for the sake of it would be a mistake. Liverpool backed Mamardashvili because they saw a future top-level keeper, and he deserves a proper assessment.

Verbruggen is appealing, but spending big on another goalkeeper when a highly rated one is already in the building feels difficult to justify. If Mamardashvili impresses in his remaining chances this season, handing him the gloves looks like the most sensible route.