Arne Slot drops big hint he will soon axe ‘outstanding’ player after Liverpool win

Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher kept a clean sheet as the Reds earned a 2-0 victory against Aston Villa in the Premier League on Saturday.

Arne Slot’s side have the best defensive record in the league, and he was full of praise for goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher after the game.

The Republic of Ireland goalkeeper started in his last six games in all competitions after Alisson got injured against Crystal Palace in the first week of October.

What the Liverpool manager said about the goalkeeping situation

Slot has made it clear that Alisson will remain as the first-choice keeper once he returns to full fitness.

The Brazilian goalkeeper is expected to return after the November international break, which means Kelleher will be dropped to the bench once again.

“First of all, Alisson needs to become fit,” Slot said, as quoted by Liverpool Echo. “I have always been quite clear – that’s always been the position of Alisson.

“He is and will be our first goalkeeper if he is fit. But first he needs to be fit.

“But Caoimh has done outstanding – last season and this season again as well. But the moment Alisson is fit, he will be our first goalkeeper.”

Caoimhin Kelleher could be sold next summer

The 25-year-old progressed through the youth ranks at Liverpool and has made 55 senior appearances in all competitions.

He is a terrific goalkeeper, and it is highly unfortunate that he has to compete with arguably one of the best keepers in the world for a regular spot in the side.

Kelleher has stated his desire to play regularly, and Liverpool are most likely to let him go next summer.

Liverpool have already agreed a deal for Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, who will move to Anfield next summer.

Alisson has a few good years left in him, and he has stated his desire to stay at the club.

It makes sense for the club to keep him beyond the summer and allow Kelleher to pursue his career elsewhere.