In the early hours of Beijing time, Liverpool officially announced the signing of 18-year-old goalkeeper Brumans from Genk. English media outlet talkSPORT published an article introducing Brumans, calling him "the new Courtois."

On the early morning of September 2, Beijing time (CEST), Liverpool officially announced the signing of 18-year-old Belgian goalkeeper Brumans, stating that he will be loaned back to Genk for the upcoming season. According to earlier confirmation from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the total transfer fee is €35 million.

The report states that Brumans, dubbed "the next Thibaut Courtois," is expected to undergo a medical examination shortly and officially complete his transfer to Anfield in the summer of 2027.

Liverpool's Goalkeeper Situation

This deal comes at a critical time, as Liverpool's number one goalkeeper Alisson's contract expires at the end of this season. The Brazilian goalkeeper is widely expected to depart, and Mamardashvili has long been viewed as his successor.

The Georgian goalkeeper finally arrived at Merseyside before the 2025/26 season, with the club having announced his signing a year earlier. During Alisson's absence last season, Mamardashvili made 19 appearances for the team across all competitions, including 9 in the Premier League, recording 2 clean sheets.

However, with Brumans expected to arrive next summer, questions now arise over whether Mamardashvili will remain Liverpool's long-term number one choice.

Mamardashvili's performances as Alisson's replacement have not been entirely convincing, and Liverpool now appears to be considering alternatives. With Brumans' arrival next summer, the club's goalkeeping succession plan appears to have changed, and Mamardashvili may even question his future at the club.

According to Matteo Moretto, a Marca journalist, Mamardashvili has attracted interest from Premier League rivals Nottingham Forest. However, talkSPORT has learned that this rumor has been dismissed, and Mamardashvili will remain at Anfield this season as the second-choice goalkeeper.

Meanwhile, if the Georgian international goalkeeper remains at Anfield long-term, he will likely face stiff competition with Brumans for the number one goalkeeper position.

Who is Brumans?

This young Belgian international goalkeeper, who will soon join Liverpool, is already considered one of the most promising young goalkeepers. Brumans came through Genk's academy, which also produced Thibaut Courtois and Chelsea goalkeeper Penders.

Brumans made his professional debut in 2024 at age 16 for Genk's reserve team, and subsequently made 32 appearances for the team in the Belgian Second Division (Second Tier).

Last season, he was promoted to the first team and started in all 10 playoff matches in the league. Since then, Brumans has maintained his position as number one goalkeeper, starting in all 4 of Genk's matches this season, including a clean sheet in their 4-0 victory over Beveren in the final round. He has now made 15 appearances for Genk's first team.

Beyond his impressive club performances, Brumans has also been an important member of various Belgian youth national teams. Last year, he captained Belgium's U17 European Championship and U17 World Cup teams.

He has since captained Belgium's U18 and U19 teams and hopes that joining Liverpool will put him in contention for Belgium's senior national team.

Currently, available goalkeepers at The Reds' first team include Mamardashvili, Freddie Woodman, and Jaras, as well as Armin Pejc, who is loaned to Hartberg for the 2025-26 season.

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