Arne Slot has a brutal decision to make after the international break, one that will reinforce his goalkeeper mindset. It is still unclear when precisely Alisson will return from his hamstring injury. Slot indicated that this would be after the international break but outlined: "It is always difficult to tell you exactly when they are ready.

Because, especially the last phase of the recovery, [it] can always be a few days extra or less." He has already stated that when Alisson is fit, he starts. But is that the right approach to adopt? Speaking after the win over Aston Villa, the Liverpool boss said: "Caoimhin has done outstanding last season and this season again as well.

But the moment Alisson will be fit he will be our first goalkeeper.'' Caoimhin Kelleher makes 'luck' claim as Liverpool star sends clear message to Arne Slot 'Worst on the field' - Liverpool star slammed as Alexis Mac Allister struggles in new role but Curtis Jones shines One of Slot’s defining traits so far has been his ability to elevate the levels of those around the central stars of the team. Curtis Jones, Cody Gakpo and Ryan Gravenberch have all upped their output under the new head coach and are starting games.

Caoimhin Kelleher was always highly thought of by Liverpool supporters but he too has climbed another rung on the development ladder under Slot. The Irishman has once again produced eye-catching stops and has recorded clean sheets in half of his eight outings this term. His club form has tran.