Caoimhin Kelleher has recently expressed his frustration over remaining at Liverpool this summer, yet the club made a justified decision to retain him considering the offers they received.
The Irish goalkeeper's ambition to be the first-choice keeper is well-known, and with Liverpool's acquisition of Giorgi Mamardashvili, who is set to join in the summer of 2025, Kelleher's prospects of succeeding Alisson appear slim.
Hence, the 25-year-old was receptive to leaving the Reds this summer, a sentiment he confirmed during the international break.
"I've made it clear over the past few seasons that my goal is to be the number one," said the Reds' number 62.
"I aimed to go out, play, and be a number one. Reports indicate that Liverpool turned down several bids. The decision isn't always mine to make. I'm determined to show that I'm capable of playing regularly."
Despite Kelleher's understandable wish for more game time, particularly as he approaches his 26th birthday later this year, Liverpool's decision to keep him was also prudent this summer.
Liverpool set their asking price for Kelleher at over £20 million, a figure not met by any interested party during the transfer window, including Nottingham Forest.
James Pearce of The Athletic discussed this on the Walk On Podcast earlier in the week.
He stated: "To my knowledge, the only proposals received [for Kelleher] were from Nottingham Forest at the end of the transfer window, and they amounted to £7 million plus Matt Turner, whom Liverpool had no interest in.
"Forest returned with a slightly better offer, but still well below Liverpool's valuation, which was in the region of £25-£30 million, which I find somewhat strange.
"It's puzzling that there wasn't a more significant contest for his signature. Selling Kelleher for £7 million plus a backup goalkeeper you don't want would have been illogical."
It's understandable that Liverpool declined the offer for Kelleher, especially since Turner would later secure a loan move to Crystal Palace.
Liverpool operates as a commercial entity, and ultimately, Kelleher is an asset that Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes are prepared to part with only at the right price.
If the bid is not even close to their valuation, Liverpool had limited options. However, the club is likely expecting Kelleher to seek a transfer next summer.
