Liverpool could be facing a huge decision between the posts, with fresh reports suggesting the club are prepared to listen to offers for Giorgi Mamardashvili. The Georgian goalkeeper was brought to Anfield as a potential long-term successor to Alisson, but his performances have reportedly raised doubts about whether he can eventually take over from the Brazilian. (This Is Anfield)
The Mamardashvili question
Liverpool invested heavily in Mamardashvili because they saw the 25-year-old as a goalkeeper capable of developing into a top-level No.1. He arrived from Valencia with a strong reputation, particularly for his shot-stopping and physical presence.
However, replacing Alisson is a completely different challenge. The Brazilian has been one of Liverpool’s most important players for years, combining world-class saves with excellent distribution, composure under pressure and the ability to launch attacks from the back.
Mamardashvili has shown flashes of quality, but there are concerns over whether his overall game is currently at the level Liverpool need from a goalkeeper who is expected to dominate possession and build from the back. (Goal)
Kelleher could suddenly become the forgotten answer
And then there is Caoimhin Kelleher.
The Irish goalkeeper spent years learning alongside Alisson and became one of Liverpool’s most trusted backups. Whenever Alisson was unavailable, Kelleher repeatedly showed that he could handle the pressure of playing for the Reds.
He eventually left Liverpool for regular first-team football at Brentford, and that decision now looks particularly interesting with the club facing uncertainty over Alisson’s long-term future. (Roundtable.io Network)
Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock has even argued that the Reds may have already had an adequate successor in Kelleher, praising his calmness, one-on-one ability and the experience he gained from working closely with Alisson. (Goal)
Could Liverpool actually bring Kelleher back?
That would certainly make this goalkeeper situation spicy.
Kelleher already understands Liverpool’s pressure, expectations and style of football. He knows the dressing room, knows the Premier League and has experience performing on the biggest stages.
Mamardashvili, meanwhile, represents the bigger gamble. Liverpool paid a significant fee for his potential, and the club clearly believed he could eventually become Alisson’s successor. But if doubts are now growing, selling him could force Liverpool to rethink the entire succession plan.
Replacing Alisson will NOT be easy
The biggest problem is that Liverpool are not simply replacing another goalkeeper.
They are preparing to replace Alisson Becker.
Since arriving at Anfield, Alisson has become one of the greatest goalkeepers in Liverpool’s history, helping the club win major trophies and establishing himself as one of the best in the world.
Recent reports have suggested that Liverpool could be heading towards a major goalkeeping change, with Alisson’s future becoming increasingly important to the club’s plans. (Goal)
Mamardashvili or Kelleher?
If Liverpool genuinely lose faith in Mamardashvili, the decision becomes fascinating.
Do they continue developing the Georgian and give him more time to adapt?
Or do they admit the experiment has not worked and search for another elite goalkeeper?
And then there is the dream scenario for some supporters…
Bring Kelleher back.
Kelleher has already proven he can perform for Liverpool, while Mamardashvili was signed specifically with the future in mind. The irony is that Liverpool could potentially discover that the successor they needed was already at Anfield all along.
Liverpool have a massive goalkeeper decision coming. If Alisson eventually leaves, would you trust Mamardashvili to take over, or should the Reds make a bold move to bring Caoimhin Kelleher back?
