Liverpool Sets Premium £20m Price for Caoimhin Kelleher Amid Newcastle Interest

Newcastle United is actively seeking to strengthen their squad this summer with a focus on signing a new goalkeeper, alongside targets in defense and attack, as manager Eddie Howe aims to bolster the team for Premier League and European competitions. Their primary goalkeeper target has been James Trafford, but if his price rises to around £30 million, Newcastle may consider other options such as Espanyol's Joan Garcia or Liverpool's Caoimhín Kelleher, who has expressed a desire to be a first-choice keeper and is attracting interest from several Premier League clubs. Liverpool has set a premium transfer fee for Kelleher, seeking above £20 million due to his valuable performances as Alisson Becker's backup and his expiring contract next summer. Additionally, defender Jarell Quansah is considered a potential departure candidate from Liverpool, with interest from clubs in England and Germany and a high asking price of about £50 million. Newcastle's improved financial position, enhanced by Champions League qualification, allows them to pursue these targets more aggressively, although they remain mindful of value for money. Other Premier League clubs such as Brentford, West Ham, Leeds United, and Aston Villa are also linked with goalkeeper and outfield player targets in this competitive transfer period.