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Former Liverpool goalkeeper David James believes that Giorgi Mamardashvili could soon become the first-choice ahead of Alisson Becker, citing his problematic injury record.
Alisson is still considered one of the best in the world, but James has concerns for the 32-year-old if he loses his place.
Speaking at the launch of Final One Standing by William Hill, James said: "Alisson is still the best goalkeeper in the world.
Alisson has been considered one of the best goalkeepers in world soccer since 2018.
If he gets an opportunity, Mamardashvili can keep Alisson out of the team.
"Mamardashvili had a difficult season last year with Valencia, they were in the bottom three in La Liga for a long period of the campaign, but that wasn’t down to his performances." James also credited Kelleher for his impact at Liverpool, but believes that Mamardashvilli has bigger aspirations.
"Caoimhin Kelleher was a fantastic deputy to Alisson, but Mamardashvili will be coming to Anfield with the confidence that he can be the new No
Alisson arrived at Liverpool in 2018, after completing an $89 million move from AS Roma.
Alisson was named the Best FIFA Goalkeeper in 2019 and has twice won the Premier League Golden Glove
Alisson has been instrumental in Liverpool's recent success, and his impact has been acknowledged again.
He has been nominated for the 2025 Yachine Trophy, given to the best goalkeeper in world soccer at the Ballon d’Or awards