Liverpool holds January recall option for goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans

Liverpool retains a contractual option to recall 18-year-old goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans from KRC Genk as early as January. The club signed the Belgian player for a reported £30 million on deadline day, though he is currently slated to remain on loan at Genk for the remainder of the season. Manager Andoni Iraola faces scrutiny following an expensive summer spending spree that included the arrival of Bradley Barcola. The recall clause puts pressure on current goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili to improve his form. Mamardashvili, who was signed to succeed Caoimhin Kelleher, underperformed during the 2025-26 campaign. KRC Genk officials noted that while the January return remains an option for Liverpool, it is considered unlikely at this stage.

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