Liverpool Goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher Completes £18M Transfer to Brentford

Caoimhin Kelleher has completed a permanent transfer from Liverpool to Brentford, ending a 10-year association with the club where he rose through the academy to make 67 senior appearances and win nine major trophies, including two Premier League titles and the Champions League. The 26-year-old goalkeeper sought the move to secure a No. 1 position, which was blocked by Alisson Becker and the incoming Giorgi Mamardashvili. Kelleher expressed heartfelt gratitude towards Liverpool, its staff, teammates, and fans in an emotional farewell message, emphasizing the special place the club and city hold in his heart. His time at Liverpool was marked by notable moments such as holding the record for most penalty shootout victories by a Liverpool goalkeeper and a memorable shootout win against Chelsea in 2022 where he scored a decisive penalty. Brentford signed him on a five-year contract reportedly worth £18 million, with potential add-ons raising the fee. The Liverpool community, including former teammates and coaches, has widely praised Kelleher for his professionalism, character, and contributions to the club.