At Manchester United, Erik ten Hag has added four new players to the first team this summer. Against Fulham on Friday, one of these players had a huge influence.

After moving to Bologna this summer, Joshua Zirkzee scored the game-winning goal in Friday's Premier League opener off the bench.

Arriving last week, Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui both made their debuts in the 1-0 triumph.

With less than two weeks till the deadline, United can be satisfied with the summer window despite Leny Yoro's injury.

As United looks to work out a deal with Paris Saint-Germain, a midfield player seems to be the main emphasis, with Manuel Ugarte still being sought after.

Valencia's star is available for a move to Manchester United

Man United needs a midfielder, and Ten Hag is considering Ugarte or another player.

Although a highly-regarded shot-blocker is currently being linked, another goalie would not have been anticipated.

According to The twistok.com, Giorgi Mamardashvili, the goalkeeper for Valencia, has 'long-term fans' in Man United.

Mamardashvili is reportedly "very much open" to the notion of joining Man United even though he has already agreed to personal terms with Liverpool.

Mamardashvili appears to be the long-term successor to Alisson in goal at Anfield, attracting the attention of Liverpool.

Mamardashvili is valued at approximately £34 million by Valencia, while Liverpool has only agreed to a deal that might be worth up to £30 million.

It's important to note that market values can fluctuate depending on a player's performance, the transfer market's overall state, and other factors.

Mamardashvili's team is attempting to pressure Valencia into making a concession, but if Liverpool is unable to reach a deal, United might still be able to intervene.

The 6' 6" goalie made an impression at Euro 2024, helping Georgia overcome overwhelming odds to get to the round of 16.

Mamardashvili's communication skills make him a "excellent" goalkeeper, according to Georgia coach David Webb, who also praised Mamardashvili's work ethic during practice.

After an incredible summer, Mamardashvili's stock is at an all-time high. He is a massive presence, yet he may still need to progress when it comes to playing with the ball at his feet.

Do Manchester United really need Mamardashvili?

Undoubtedly, United supporters would adore seizing an opportunity to transfer to Liverpool and assert some sort of superiority over Arne Slot's team.

However, it would be strange if United signed a new goalkeeper this summer given their need to concentrate on other positions, like midfield.

Because Ten Hag and the goalie worked together at Ajax, United already boasts a solid goalkeeper in Andre Onana.

Last summer, Ten Hag desired Onana, and United paid a high price to Inter Milan to entice him.

Onana has done little to prompt United into signing another goalkeeper and a backup even arrived last summer in Altay Bayindir.

Adding Mamardashvili just doesn’t make sense for United right now and this rumoured interest may well be a tactic to tempt Liverpool into paying up and getting the deal done.

frequently asked questions

which club is Giorgi Mamardashvili currently play for now?

Giorgi Mamardashvili's current market value is estimated to be around €45 million

Several sources support this valuation:

• Transfermarkt, a leading football statistics website, lists his market value at €45 million. 
  
   
• Other sources, like FotMob, also place his value in the range of €30-€45 million.

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