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By Eishna Rawat
Posted on July 14, 2026 4:00 pm | Updated on July 13, 2026 6:39 pm Liverpool have tabled a contract offer for Georgian wonderkid Andria Bartishvili as they race to beat Arsenal.
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Andria Bartishvili is one of the most closely watched teenage names in Europe right now. Liverpool and Arsenal both want his signature this summer. As per the latest transfer news, Liverpool have tabled a contract offer. They want to beat their rivals to the highly rated attacking midfielder.
Andria Bartishvili Linked With Premier League Move
The Reds have sent a contract offer to Andria Bartishvili. They want to sign him before Arsenal do. This comes according to a fresh report and follows weeks of growing interest from both clubs. As reported by TEAMtalk, both clubs have made matching offers to the young Georgian. The final call now rests with the player and his family.
This type of early move is typical for Liverpool. The club has quietly signed talent across the pitch over the past two years. Andria Bartishvili fits into that wider plan.
A young defender, a young midfielder, and a flexible winger have all joined the club during that time, each arriving from a different country. Ifeanyi Ndukwe signed from Austria Vienna in January, and Dara Jikiemi followed from Celtic to Anfield not long after. Winger Rio Ngumoha had already arrived from Chelsea back in 2024, and he has since become a regular in the first team and will try to prove himself under Andoni Iraola. Taken together, these signings show how wide the club’s transfer plan stretches, and they point to clear ambition beyond just one position.
Scouts Track Andria Bartishvili In Estonia
Interest has clearly grown over the past week. Officials from both Liverpool and Arsenal reportedly went to Tallinn to watch the youngster play. He turned out for loan side Iberia. The match was a Champions League qualifier against Estonian club Flora.
Iberia won that match 3-2. The teenager reportedly stood out for sharp movement and calm passing. As reported by Football365, a scout described him as a strong ball carrier with quick feet and a good sense of space.
Andria Bartishvili’s stats, as per FOTMOB:
Teams Matches Goals
Iberia 1999 19 2
Georgia U18 2 2
Georgia U17 7 3
Clubs rarely send officials on trips like this without reason. It suggests both English sides see him as a real long-term option. Not every player gets this level of attention. As reported by GIVEMESPORT, Paris FC are also still interested. The French club can offer first team football immediately. Neither Premier League club can promise that today.
As reported by Liverpool.com, the player has noticed the growing attention. He shared coverage of the transfer story on his own social media. This has only added to the talk of a decision coming soon.
Why The Teenager Could Suit Liverpool
Beyond the transfer talk, the football case makes sense too. Andria Bartishvili plays well with both feet. He looks comfortable through the middle or out wide. He has already been compared to PSG forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Both players are Georgian. Both came through football in a similar way. That comparison highlights his potential.
For the Reds, the timing matters greatly. Mohamed Salah walked away on a free transfer this summer. Andoni Iraola wants a younger squad. He also wants more quality up front. A flexible player who can fill several roles would help here. Squad balance matters just as much. Still, any deal could take time due to his age.
No final decision has been made yet. Arsenal will not give up easily either. With an offer already on paper, Liverpool seem intent on staying ahead of Arsenal in this chase. A decision could still take a few more weeks. Andria Bartishvili, for now, seems willing to wait. He and his family will make the final call when they feel ready.
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Eishna Rawat
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