Liverpool Secures Freddie Woodman as Goalkeeping Reinforcement
Liverpool has finalized an agreement to bring in goalkeeper Freddie Woodman, once his contract with Preston North End expires on June 30. The announcement was made on Friday, thus marking a strategic move to strengthen the team’s position between the posts.
Woodman, 28, is set to be the substitute for Alisson Becker, the team’s starting goalkeeper, and the newly arrived Giorgi Mamardashvili next season. This signing adds depth and competition to Liverpool’s squad, ensuring solid coverage in the goal.
Mamardashvili, Georgian international, became the first signing under coach Arne Slot last summer, although he remained with Valencia for the rest of the season.Freddie Woodman will join Liverpool for the pre-season.
Woodman, who began his career at Newcastle United, made 138 appearances in his three years with Preston and was named the club’s Player of the Year in the 2022-23 season. His career includes six appearances for the England U21 team.
