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Liverpool Signs Belgian Goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans for £30m from Genk

Liverpool has finalized the signing of 18-year-old goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans from Belgian club Genk for a £30 million fee. The towering 6ft 7in talent has committed to a six-year deal, keeping him at Anfield until 2032.

A Future Asset Between the Posts

Brughmans is already regarded as one of Europe's top young goalkeeping prospects. He started all four of Genk's domestic league matches this season, showcasing the skills that have earned him recognition at various Belgian youth international levels. This move to the Premier League marks a key milestone in his development.

Details of the Transfer and Contract

The transfer fee reportedly includes significant add-ons, meaning the initial fixed sum is relatively modest. This structure benefits Liverpool by mitigating financial risk while rewarding Genk if Brughmans reaches performance targets. Following the signing, the goalkeeper will remain on loan at Genk for the 2026-27 season to gain more first-team experience and European exposure before joining Liverpool in summer 2027.

Planning Ahead for Liverpool’s Goalkeeping Future

With current star keeper Alisson Becker's contract ending next summer, securing Brughmans now is a strategic move to safeguard the club’s goalkeeping future. Alongside existing options Giorgi Mamardashvili, Freddie Woodman, and Vitezslav Jaros, Brughmans adds depth and potential long-term stability in a position that is challenging to reinforce with top talent.

Part of Liverpool’s Broader Youth Recruitment Strategy

This signing fits into Liverpool’s ongoing global effort to recruit talented teenagers. Earlier in 2026, the club signed defender Mor Talla Ndiaye from Senegal and Austrian centre-back Ifeanyi Ndukwe after their impressive performances at the U17 World Cup in Qatar. Other recent additions include Hungarian goalkeeper Armin Pecsi, currently on loan at TSV Hartberg, and Colombian midfielder Samuel Martinez.

  • Player: Lucca Brughmans
  • Age: 18
  • Height: 6ft 7in
  • From: Genk (Belgium)
  • Transfer fee: £30 million (add-on heavy)
  • Contract length: Six years (until 2032)
  • Loan back to Genk: 2026-27 season
  • Other young signings: Mor Talla Ndiaye, Ifeanyi Ndukwe, Armin Pecsi, Samuel Martinez

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