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Exclusive: Liverpool ready to sign €46m sensation, he’s coming to replace club legend

An exciting sensation could be coming to Liverpool to replace a club legend.

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 8:00 PM
Exclusive: Liverpool ready to sign €46m sensation, he’s coming to replace club legend
Key Things to Know
  • Liverpool are reportedly ready to pursue a permanent transfer for Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen.
  • The club is preparing for the potential departure of Alisson Becker at the end of the season.
  • Verbruggen is valued at €46m, but Brighton's asking price is expected to be significantly higher.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Liverpool are reportedly ready to sign Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen as part of plans to replace club legend Alisson Becker. According to Anfield Watch, Julian Ward is tasked with overseeing squad changes, with Alisson unlikely to receive a contract extension. Although Verbruggen is valued at €46m by Football Transfers, Brighton's asking price for a permanent transfer is expected to be substantially higher.

Liverpool hold doubts over whether Giorgi Mamardashvili is ready to become the undisputed starting goalkeeper, while prospects Lucca Brughmanns and Armin Pecsi need more development. Scouts at Anfield have long admired Verbruggen and believe the Dutch goalkeeper can reach world-class status in the coming years.

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