Spanish media outlet Relevo recently reported a hot story about the transfer of Valencia goalkeeper Mamardashvili. The Saudi Arabian side is said to have offered a whopping €30-35 million for the 23-year-old Georgian international goalkeeper, but the offer still falls short of the Valencia club's €40 million psychological price tag. Nevertheless, Mamardashvili himself seems to be in no hurry to leave Valencia and has even rejected two offers from mid-table Premier League sides.
Mamardashvili's impressive performances in the Euro 2024 qualifiers have certainly earned him more than his fair share of attention and praise. This has made him almost a favorite in the transfer market this summer, especially since the Valencia side seems to be willing to consider selling him at this time. However, the player himself seems to have a clearer plan for his future.
In an interview with the media, Mamardashvili made it clear that he wants to stay at Valencia, but also expressed his concerns about the uncertainty of the future. He said that although the high salary offer from the Saudi side was very attractive, he preferred to join a top club to realize his higher pursuit in soccer. Therefore, he chose to shelve the offer from the Saudi side for the time being and wait for a more suitable opportunity to arise.
Valencia FC have always been cautious when it comes to selling and the high asking price of Mamardashvili has deterred a number of potential buyers. Chelsea eventually chose Villarreal's Joensen as a replacement after being approached, while Newcastle United opted out of the race after weighing the pros and cons. This has certainly made the transfer prospects of Mamardashvili even more confusing.
However, staying in Valencia is not without its benefits for Mamardashvili. The trust that manager Baraja has placed in him and the overwhelming support of the fans have made him feel at home here. If he is unable to join a top club, he might choose to stay in Valencia and contribute to the team's future.
