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Caoimhin Kelleher Explains Liverpool Exit as Brentford No. 1 Role Pays Off

He says the move followed years as Alisson's deputy, with Giorgi Mamardashvili's arrival confirming the timing.

Overview

  • Speaking on Ben Foster's podcast, Kelleher described leaving after a decade at Liverpool as a big call that felt right for his career.
  • He cited the limits of being a long-term No. 2 and frustration at the idea he could simply request a transfer as if it were straightforward.
  • Kelleher has started all 14 of Brentford's Premier League matches this season, keeping two clean sheets with the team in 13th place.
  • Reports differ on the June transfer fee, with figures described as an initial £12.5 million by the Liverpool Echo and £18 million by This Is Anfield.
  • He said Brentford’s promise of an undisputed first-choice role and a development pathway made the club the right fit after nearly 70 senior games and multiple trophies at Liverpool.