Arne Slot has supplied an sincere reflection on Caoimhin Kelleher’s exit and admitted the Irishman was proper to maneuver on in quest of common soccer.
Talking forward of our conflict with Brentford this weekend, the Dutchman addressed the reunion with Kelleher that awaits.
Slot explains why Kelleher was proper to go away Liverpool
The 26-year-old goalkeeper joined Brentford this summer time in a deal value as much as £18 million, ending a decade-long spell at Anfield.
Kelleher’s parting message confirmed the love he nonetheless holds for the membership, thanking employees, teammates and supporters for “serving to form me into the person I’m right this moment” and promising he would “at all times have a particular place in my coronary heart for this membership and metropolis.”
Now, Slot has shared his perspective on the choice, telling reporters: “Perhaps a goalkeeper is an exception, however basically I don’t assume it’s a wholesome state of affairs for a participant to be on the bench longer than a 12 months or miss out on many video games in a 12 months after which go right into a subsequent season.
“It’s so laborious for them to maintain giving the whole lot each day.
“For Caoimh, like I mentioned, goalkeepers are a little bit of an exception, however he did this for therefore a few years that he felt it was time for him to begin enjoying – and he has proven that he’s proper as a result of he’s doing rather well.”
It’s a good evaluation from our boss, who has already overseen a number of squad gamers leaving – corresponding to Jarell Quansah and Harvey Elliott – in quest of common soccer elsewhere.
Kelleher, in the meantime, has instantly impressed at Brentford, bringing calmness and management to their aspect.
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Slot additionally confirmed a number of health considerations forward of the journey, revealing that Jeremie Frimpong is “not in place” with a hamstring concern that may maintain him out for “some time.”
There are additionally doubts over Alexander Isak and Ryan Gravenberch, whereas Alisson stays sidelined.
“Alex, not too dangerous. [A] query mark for the weekend, so let’s see the place he’s then. And that’s the identical to be mentioned about Ryan,” mentioned the Liverpool boss.
“Alisson just isn’t within the squad tomorrow. That’s additionally going to take slightly bit longer.”
The weekend fixture might be an emotional one for Kelleher, who left Anfield after making 67 appearances, holding eight clear sheets and successful each the League Cup and FA Cup throughout his time with us.
Slot’s feedback underline the mutual respect that is still between the membership and certainly one of its hottest academy graduates – whilst they now discover themselves on reverse sides.
You’ll be able to watch Slot’s full pre-Brentford press convention through Empire of the Kop on YouTube:
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