Speculation is swirling around Liverpool’s goalkeeping situation ahead of the 2026 summer transfer window — and one familiar name is at the centre of it.

After leaving Anfield in 2025 to join Brentford and secure regular first-team football, Irish goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher has impressed in the Premier League. His performances have reignited talk among fans and pundits about a potential homecoming to Liverpool.

However, according to recent reports, Kelleher isn’t interested in returning to Merseyside just to sit on the bench again. The former Reds academy graduate is reportedly willing to consider a comeback only if he’s guaranteed the No. 1 goalkeeper spot — meaning he’d need assurance he’d be Liverpool’s first choice between the sticks.

🔴 Why the interest now?

Liverpool’s current goalkeeping plans have raised eyebrows. Brazilian veteran Alisson Becker remains a standout presence, but his long-term future is the subject of ongoing debate — with contract talks, age and outside interest all factors in the conversation. Meanwhile, new signing Giorgi Mamardashvili has struggled to hit top form in the Premier League, leaving some supporters to question whether Liverpool truly have a ready long-term successor.

For Kelleher, who tasted regular action at Brentford, the motivation is clear: he wants a lead role, not another stint as backup. That makes any potential move back to Anfield contingent on first-team status — no matter how strong his emotional connection to the club may be.

Whether Liverpool would be willing to restructure their goalkeeping hierarchy to meet his demands remains an open question — but one thing’s for sure: Kelleher’s potential return would be more than just a sentimental story. It would signify a major tactical shift at one of England’s biggest clubs.