Celtic will find it hard to meet Liverpool’s valuation of goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher this summer as they plot a move worth up to £10million, sources have told Football Insider.
Football Insider revealed last month (21 May) that Kelleher, 25, is planning to push for a move away from Anfield.
The Republic of Ireland international is keen to become the number-one shot-stopper elsewhere after seeing his opportunities limited in recent years.
It is believed Kelleher is the subject of interest from Scottish Premiership champions Celtic – who have prioritised a deal for a new goalkeeper following Joe Hart’s retirement.
However, sources say the main problem will be financial for the Hoops – who are unlikely to be able to pay top dollar for the Liverpool ace.
Celtic may only be able to sanction a deal worth around £10m for Kelleher – with the Reds set to hold out for much more in the upcoming summer window.
Celtic could struggle to afford Kelleher deal this summer
The 25-year-old made 26 appearances across all competitions for Liverpool in the 2023-24 campaign.
He kept five clean sheets and conceded 32 goals in those outings.
Kelleher joined the club nine years ago and has risen through the ranks to become back-up to Alisson Becker, but is now keen to forge a career as a first-choice away from Liverpool.
His contract at Anfield runs until June 2026.
Celtic won a domestic double last term but Brendan Rodgers’ side will need to find a new first-choice goalkeeper for the 2024-25 campaign.
The Hoops have Scott Bain and Benjamin Siegrist in reserve following Hart’s retirement.
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