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Liverpool are set to add highly rated Genk goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans to their squad, with the 18-year-old expected to move to Anfield for a fee in the region of €10 million.
According to GiveMeSport, the Reds have moved for the Belgium under-19 international as they look to strengthen their goalkeeping options. Brughmans, who stands at 6ft 7in, is regarded as one of the most promising young shot-stoppers in Belgian football and has already gained senior experience with Genk.
The teenager has made 12 appearances in the Jupiler League for the Belgian club, an important early step in his development at first-team level. Liverpool’s willingness to commit a sizeable fee underlines the level of confidence around his potential, with the club understood to view him as a long-term investment rather than a short-term solution.
Brughmans’ profile is likely to appeal to Liverpool’s recruitment staff, combining imposing physical attributes with international recognition at youth level. While he is still in the early stages of his professional career, his senior outings for Genk have helped raise his reputation beyond Belgium.
The deal is expected to be worth around €10 million, a significant figure for a goalkeeper of his age, and would represent another move by Liverpool to secure emerging talent before his market value rises further.
If completed, Brughmans will arrive with expectations attached but also with time to continue his development. Liverpool appear ready to back the young Belgian as part of their future plans, with his move from Genk now reportedly on course to be finalised.
Written by Ketan Patel
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