December 11th 2024.
Enzo Maresca, the coach of Chelsea, has been given a directive to find a new goalkeeper for the team. According to former football player Jason McAteer, who played for Liverpool in the late 90s, the ideal candidate for the job is Caoimhin Kelleher from Liverpool. McAteer believes that Kelleher's transfer fee could range from £30m to £40m, making him a valuable addition to the team.
The debate surrounding Chelsea's need for a new goalkeeper has been ongoing, with many experts stating that it is crucial for the team to have a reliable and competent goalkeeper in order to compete for the Premier League title. Despite Robert Sanchez currently holding the position of Chelsea's No. 1 goalkeeper, he has faced criticism and some have even deemed him as a weak link in the team. This has only emphasized the need for an upgrade in the goalkeeping department.
McAteer argues that Kelleher would be a perfect fit for Chelsea, given his talent and determination to play regularly. He also points out the fact that Liverpool's recent signing of Georgia international goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, who will officially join the team in 2025, could be a sign for Kelleher to consider a career elsewhere.
In an interview with beIN Sports, McAteer stated, "I think Caoimhin is at a point in his career where he needs to make a big decision at the end of the season. If he wants to have a career somewhere else and play regularly, then Chelsea is the perfect opportunity for him." He also believes that Kelleher's value has increased over the past few seasons and could potentially cost Chelsea around £30m to £40m.
Kelleher has already made 12 appearances for Liverpool this season, filling in for the team's first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker, who has been struggling with a hamstring injury. It is no secret that the Irishman is eager for regular first-team football, as he stated in an interview with The Telegraph last October. "I made it clear last summer that I wanted to play as a first-choice goalkeeper, whether that was at Liverpool or elsewhere. I wanted to be a No. 1," he said.
Overall, it seems that Kelleher would be a valuable addition to Chelsea's team, with his talent and desire to play regularly making him a top choice for the goalkeeping position. Only time will tell if Chelsea will take McAteer's advice and make a move for the talented Irish goalkeeper in the upcoming transfer window.
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