West Ham Eye Bold Swoop for Liverpool Star Who Could Immediately Strengthen Crucial Position

West Ham United are in need of reinforcements in the goalkeeping department, with current options showing signs of decline.

Alphonse Areola appears to be past his best, while Łukasz Fabiański is nearing his 40s.

As the club looks to strengthen ahead of next season, their focus has shifted toward Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher.

According to the Mirror, West Ham are preparing a bold move for the Republic of Ireland international this summer.

Kelleher, 26, has been eager to secure regular first-team football and could see this as a prime opportunity.

Having spent much of his time at Anfield as backup to Alisson, his chances of becoming Liverpool’s number one look slim, especially with the potential return of Giorgio Mamardashvili from Valencia.

Despite limited game time, Kelleher has impressed this season, keeping nine clean sheets in 20 appearances.

New Liverpool boss Arne Slot is reportedly an admirer of Kelleher’s shot-stopping ability and overall composure, but the club understands the player’s desire for more consistent minutes.

For West Ham, Kelleher would represent a significant upgrade.

Areola, 32, still has two years left on his contract but has made several costly mistakes, prompting the Hammers to search for a more reliable option.

Kelleher fits the bill perfectly and could be a key figure under incoming manager Graham Potter.

Last summer, Kelleher was close to joining Nottingham Forest, but the move stalled as they hesitated over Liverpool’s £35 million price tag.

Forest have since signed Matz Sels, who has become a vital player in their push for European qualification.

With Forest out of the picture, West Ham now have a clear path to pursue the talented Irishman.

However, Liverpool are only interested in a permanent transfer and have reportedly reduced their asking price to around £20 million.

Although West Ham may prefer a loan deal, the lowered valuation presents a golden opportunity.

Securing Kelleher could prove to be a smart long-term investment for West Ham, giving them a dependable presence between the posts for years to come.

If the Hammers act swiftly, they could land one of the Premier League’s most promising goalkeepers at a bargain.