Liverpool goalkeeper is focused on taking his opportunity starting against Chelsea with Alisson sidelined due to injury
Caoimhín Kelleher knows the pain of being a perennial understudy, awaiting an opportunity to show he is equal to Alisson. The Liverpool goalkeeper will get his second Premier League start of the season against Chelsea. The 25-year-old will once again deputise for his injured colleague and knows that to become first choice, he will most likely need to leave Anfield to rid himself of the frustration built up by mostly being an observer.
The Republic of Ireland international made 26 Liverpool appearances last season, leading him to help defeat Sunday’s opponents in the Carabao Cup final. It was the second time Kelleher lifted the trophy after beating Chelsea, scoring a penalty in the shootout two years ago to put him centre stage. He is known as the best darts player at the club but that has never been enough to oust Alisson for the title he truly desires.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/football/2024/oct/19/caoimhin-kelleher-arne-slot-liverpool-chelsea-football-alisson
Author : Will Unwin
Publish date : 2024-10-19 21:30:26
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