Liverpool have finalised the sale of Caoimhin Kelleher to Brentford in a deal that could reach £18 million.
Caoimhin Kelleher Set for Fresh Start After Anfield Exit
Caoimhin Kelleher is officially leaving Liverpool bringing to an end his six years at Anfield. The Irish keeper is set to sign with Brentford, who will be making him their new first-choice goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Mark Flekken is set to leave for Bayer Leverkusen for around £8.4 million. Given that, the Bees quickly jumped and made a deal for Kelleher.
Thomas Frank’s side will officially give Caoimhim the No.1. That will allow the 26-year-old the chance to fully experience the Premier League as first choice. As per Sky Sports, the deal includes an initial £12.5 million fee plus a further £5.5 million in performance related add-ons. For Kelleher this move is a huge opportunity to prove himself week in, week out.
Liverpool Secure Replacement as Brentford Win Race
While Reds’ fans may be sad to see Kelleher go, they have already lined up their next backup. Georgian keeper Giorgi Mamardashvili is signed from Valencia for £29 million. He will officially join the squad on June 1.
Kelleher was entering the final year of his contract and was unlikely to start ahead of Alisson. So, the transfer makes sense for all sides. Although, the PL champions had hoped for a fee closer to £20 million. The Brentford deal gives them value for a reliable squad player.
Kelleher’s exit marks the start of a wider summer overhaul under new boss Arne Slot. Meanwhile, other big names like forward Darwin Nunez is also linked with a move away this June transfer window.
For the Bees, it’s a smart bit of business that brings in a talented, motivated shot-stopper. He is ready to step up in a top-flight role for the new 2025/26 campaign.
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