Following the departure of veteran Polish Keeper Lucas Fabianski, West Ham are now searching for an addition between the sticks. Fab’s performance in his final game as a Hammer caused many to question his departure – even at the age of 40 – leaving West Ham with no serious alternative to Alphonse Arelola. Wes Foderingham is more of a training keeper than a serious second choice so the Irons have to take action.
Recent reports were of newly-relegated Aaron Ramsdale becoming the latest recruit- just yesterday a story broke suggesting Ramsdale on a season-long loan may be the best solution.
News today however suggests that West Ham are still in the hunt for their preferred option – the [irishexaminer.com](https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41641000.html) leads with:
_“Brentford, West Ham and Leeds battling to sign Caoimhín Kelleher”,_
Top stopper Kelleher
Confirming that the Liverpool number 2 will be allowed to leave this summer in search of regular football:
“_Liverpool have received inquiries from Brentford, West Ham and Leeds regarding the goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher.._
_Kelleher will be allowed to leave Anfield this summer in his search for regular first-team football providing Liverpool’s valuation is met._
_The Premier League champions want more than £20m for the Republic of Ireland international, who has impressed when deputising for the first-choice keeper Alisson and remains under contract until 2026.”_
So the news that the Hammers are still in the hunt for top quality Kelleher comes as a boost: Whether they can get a deal over the line in the summer window will be the 64,000 dollar question. Or more like £20 million.