Alisson‘s health woes once more gave Caoimhin Kelleher his probability in a Liverpool shirt, and followers have been left pondering how no sturdy supply got here in for the Irishman over the summer season.
Each season we seemingly must face a recreation or a spell with out Alisson however, fortunately, the Reds have had Kelleher to mitigate the lack of the Brazilian.
The Irishman has not shied away from his want to be a No. 1 elsewhere, with the signing of Giorgi Mamardashvili making it clear how Liverpool view the way forward for their goalkeeping division.
However regardless of shining throughout Alisson‘s absence final season, no actual supply arrived in the summertime for his providers, with solely Nottingham Forest providing simply £7 million plus Matt Turner.
It was a pitiful supply then, and extra so now after his first minutes of the season towards Bournemouth.
Kelleher made seven saves towards the Cherries, with two instinctive ones late on defending his clear sheet and exhibiting his worth – which was not misplaced on Liverpool followers.
Kelleher as a 2nd selection GK is a cheat code.
— Inexperienced Scouser (@Green_Scouser) September 21, 2024
No concept how different groups haven’t made an actual supply for Kelleher
— nate (@natefc) September 21, 2024
I don’t need to lose Kelleher, I am keen on him, however he deserves to be a #1.
— Erin Mc Asterisk (@ErinNYC75) September 21, 2024
Kelleher exhibiting right now why Liverpool did not need to lose him this summer season. The very best deputy goalkeeper round. Amazed that no PL membership was ready to pay £25m for him.
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceLFC) September 21, 2024
“As a lot because it might have been 5-6 if we have been a little bit extra medical (not complaining) Bournemouth might have had 2-3 extra as nicely if not for Kelleher and Konate.” – Viktor Racz-Szabo within the feedback.
“Lucho was immense – however Kelleher was completely implausible and really saved the day.” – Spellman within the feedback.
We actually will miss Kelleher when he goes. Far and away one of the best second selection goalkeeper we’ve had in my lifetime. Too good for that position in fact. Glorious once more right now.
— Aaron Cutler (@aaron_cutler) September 21, 2024
Some sensible saves from Caoimhin Kelleher right now and a clear sheet ?
Greatest quantity two within the league, higher than most quantity ones ?? pic.twitter.com/u7TbGPW8CF
— The Anfield Wrap (@TheAnfieldWrap) September 21, 2024
There might be completely no complaints about Kelleher wanting to go away. Stepped up once more right now. He’d be the beginning keeper for many groups.
— S. (@Theatrefan1994) September 21, 2024
Not a clear sheet worthy recreation however kelleher alone deserved a clear sheet for that cease on the road
— Belinder (@_bubblxs) September 21, 2024
Makes you chuckle how golf equipment scrambling round for a goalkeeper neglected Kelleher. Bournemouth, Chelsea, Ipswich, Newcastle (PSR), Forest, Southampton & Wolves all signed inferior keepers. https://t.co/JKAGN3Jfnn
— Chrissy Boy Slim (@ChrissyBoySlim) September 21, 2024
what a save from kelleher to maintain the clear sheet. pic.twitter.com/IdItEpdTAZ
— ??1?? (@sa1flfc5) September 21, 2024
After seeing Kelleher step up for along with his personal eyes for the primary time, Slot was filled with reward for the No. 62.
Chatting with beINSPORTS, he mentioned: “We have now to provide him credit score as a result of he made some superb saves, and I additionally like how we defended in the long run section of the sport with the blocks we had.
“It’s good to have in that place multiple high quality participant.”
With Alisson succumbing to harm or sickness too typically for our liking, having Kelleher available actually is a welcome luxurious!
Liverpool 3-0 Bournemouth
