Caoimhin Kelleher has shared that he may have to depart Liverpool to achieve his dream of becoming a first-choice goalie.
Kelleher, who has functioned as deputy shot-stopper to Alisson Becker since he broke into the Reds first team in 2019 has featured mainly in domestic cup competitions alongside a few UEFA Champions League and Premier League matches.
Caoimhin Kelleher Wants To Become A First-choice Goalkeeper
Speaking concerning his desire to become a first-choice goalkeeper ahead of Republic of Ireland’s UEFA Nations League clash with Greece on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, Caoimhin Kelleher said:
“I’ve made it clear in the last few years that I want to go and be a number one and play week in, week out.
“The club’s made that decision to get another goalkeeper and from the outside looking in, it looks like they’ve made a decision to go in a different direction.”
The Reds signed Georgian goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia in a deal worth up to €30 million, with the 23-year-old due to arrive in time for the 2025-26 season.
Why Does Kelleher Want To Leave Liverpool?
Kelleher has apparently understood that he isn’t viewed as a possible successor to Liverpool’s first-choice goalie, Allison Becker, and as such, he is interested in a move away from Anfield.
Reports indicate that the Merseyside-based club rejected offers from Premier League rivals for Kelleher’s services during the recently concluded 2024 Summer transfer window.
It is uncertain if the Reds would sanction the sale of Kelleher in the 2025 January transfer window, with the Republic of Ireland international’s contract due to expire in June 2026.
Caoimhin Kelleher added that his ambition had been well spelled out, and he is focused on exiting Liverpool to prove his mettle elsewhere.
Kelleher said: “Sometimes from the outside looking in, it looks like that’s 100% my decision but at times it’s not always in my hands.
“It’s been reported that Liverpool have rejected a few bids as well. My ambition is clear that I think I’m good enough and I want to go out and prove it.”
Who Is Caoimhin Kelleher?
He is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Premier League club Liverpool and the Republic of Ireland national team.
Kelleher’s Personal Information?
Caoimhin Kelleher was born on November 23, 1998, in Cork, Ireland, to father Raymond and mother Jacqueline.
Kelleher has four older brothers; with three of them in the past being involved in the sport called hurling, while one, Fiacre, is a footballer, currently playing for EFL League Two side Colchester United.
Caoimhin Kelleher’s Market Value And Net Worth?
His market value is €20 million according to Transfermkt, while his net worth is estimated to be between the region of €1 million – €2 million.
Caoimhin Kelleher’s Career Stats?
Kelleher has made 47 club appearances thus far in his career, recording 15 clean sheets across all competitions.
Internationally, Caoimhin Kelleher has made 15 appearances for the Republic of Ireland, keeping 7 clean sheets.
His Achievements?
Keller has won several trophies in his career, including; 1 UEFA Champions League, 1 English Premier League, 1 English FA Cup, and 2 English Football League Cups.
Clubs He Has Played For In His Career?
Caoimhin Kelleher has played for just Liverpool thus far in his career and he made his debut for the club on September 25, 2019, in an EFL Cup encounter against MK Dons.
