49ers ‘foolish with Caoimhin Kelleher’ as Leeds United make transfer call
Leeds United arguably need a replacement for Illan Meslier, but 49ers Enterprises have done something stupid with Caoimhin Kelleher.
Daniel Farke dropped the ex-Lorient goalkeeper from the starting lineup in the final matches of the season due to his poor performances.
Liverpool’s Kelleher has emerged as a target at Elland Road, with the Ireland international looking for regular game time away from Anfield.
While the West Yorkshire outfit have shown interest in the 26-year-old shot-stopper, they’ve made a decision that can only be considered foolish.
Kelleher not main target at Leeds United to replace Meslier
Kelleher isn’t seen as the main target by the Whites to replace Meslier in the upcoming transfer window, according to the Daily Mail.
The news outlet reports (14 May) that while the Peacocks are looking to replace the French goalkeeper at Elland Road, Liverpool’s shot-stopper isn’t one of the primary options.
| Appearances | Goals conceded | Clean sheets |
| 20 | 20 | 9 |
After winning Premier League promotion, the 49ers should add more top-flight experience to the West Yorkshire outfit’s squad.
While the Irish star has played second fiddle to Alisson at Anfield, he’s shown impressive qualities whenever he’s been called upon over the years.
Meslier replacement staring 49ers in the face at Elland Road
Paraag Marathe must back Farke next summer after publicly showing support for him when speculation surrounded the German manager’s future.
The Whites should prioritise buying a new goalkeeper in the coming weeks, as Meslier’s time at Elland Road has all but ended.
Karl Darlow did well in the final stretch of the campaign as the West Yorkshire outfit lifted the Championship title, but they arguably need an upgrade on the Wales international.
The veteran shot-stopper evidently can’t be trusted by Leeds to be their number one in the Premier League.
Kelleher’s signing is staring the 49ers in the face, but the American owners seem to have different plans.
The 26-year-old shot-stopper’s transfer feels like a no-brainer for Marathe to sanction, and it would be mindless for the Whites not to take the opportunity.
With the Irish goalkeeper seemingly rearing to leave Liverpool next summer, there undoubtedly won’t be a lack of suitors for him.
Instead of wasting time searching for a new number one, the West Yorkshire outfit should go all out and try to finalise a deal for Kelleher in the coming weeks.