Given the uncertainty surrounding Caoimhin Kelleher’s future, Liverpool may make a move for Jack Butland reports Fabrizio Romano.
The Italian says that Liverpool may now start looking for a backup goalkeeper. The reason being many clubs want to sign Kelleher on loan because the Irishman wants more playing time.
Since this is a new development, the Reds have not yet been linked to many potential backup options for Alisson Becker.
However, there is an ideal No.2 staring them right in the face. Also, he is one who can be signed for free the former England International Jack Butland.
Given that Crystal Palace are content with Vicente Guaita, Sam Johnstone, and Joe Whitworth as their options, the Athletic believes that Butland will leave when his contract expires in July.
Liverpool must sign Butland if Kelleher leaves suggests Romano
Liverpool appears to be an admirer of Butland, as there have been a couple of connections to him previously.
As per the Daily Mail, The 30-year-old was a target for Liverpool in 2014 as the Reds sought a replacement for Simon Mignolet.
Then, the Mirror revealed that Butland was an option for Jürgen Klopp in 2020 after Adrian’s struggles to replace Alisson.
Many fans think that there are few better alternatives to Kelleher than Butland.
The Bristol-born gloves man is a solid, dependable presence between the sticks. He has nine caps for England and has made 87 Premier League appearances.
Also to make things even better, Butland should be available for free as said before. In truth, Liverpool should effectively be attempting to acquire Butland if they are to loan Kelleher out.
At the age of 24, the Republic of Ireland international needs experience. Therefore, Liverpool should loan him out rather than keeping him on the bench.
Kelleher leaving Anfield on loan is one of the deals to keep an eye on this summer.
