Chelsea prepared to challenge Liverpool with bid in progress for ‘composed’ Anfield star.

Chelsea could be set to raid Liverpool once again, echoing their transfer moves from the early 2010s. While Arne Slot’s Liverpool squad boasts an abundance of goalkeeping talent—soon to be bolstered by Giorgi Mamardashvili’s arrival—Enzo Maresca has struggled with his options at Stamford Bridge.

Robert Sanchez has endured a tough season with costly errors, and Filip Jorgensen has yet to fully displace him. As a result, Chelsea are reportedly eyeing a new goalkeeper when the transfer window opens in two months.

Chelsea preparing £40m bid for Caoimhin Kelleher

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Chelsea are ready to test Liverpool’s resolve with a £40m bid for Caoimhin Kelleher. Strengthening their goalkeeping department is a key objective for the Blues, and if they can offer the Irish shot-stopper a more prominent role than he currently has at Anfield, it could prove decisive in their pursuit.

Despite Alisson Becker being Liverpool’s undisputed first-choice and Mamardashvili set to arrive, negotiations for Kelleher won’t be straightforward. The Reds still value the 26-year-old highly, even though they’ve struggled to offer him the game time he desires.

Could Chelsea be a realistic destination for Kelleher?

A summer departure for Kelleher appears likely, but will Chelsea secure his signature? The Blues are on course for Champions League qualification, a competition where the ‘unflappable’ goalkeeper (as described by Irish broadcaster RTE) has already proven himself. The reported £40m fee reflects his value in the current market.

If Maresca can guarantee him a starting role—something that has consistently eluded Kelleher at Liverpool—the Republic of Ireland international may be tempted by the move. However, Liverpool may be reluctant to strengthen Chelsea, given the clubs’ rivalry and the Blues’ resurgence after a few disappointing seasons.

Losing Kelleher will be tough for Liverpool fans, and seeing him join Chelsea would make it even harder. However, he deserves a starting role at a top club, and £40m represents a fair valuation, unlike some of the low-ball offers Liverpool have previously received.