Jurgen Klopp: Alisson layoff gives Caoimhin Kelleher chance 'he deserves'

"That's why we knew we wanted to have Caoimh here for these moments," added the Liverpool boss.

STEPPING UP: Caoimhin Kelleher of Liverpool during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Liverpool and Leicester City. Pic: Matt McNulty/Getty Images

Injury has ruled out Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker for more than a fortnight but manager Jurgen Klopp admits it could have been worse and the Brazilian should be fit to face Manchester United next month.

The keeper appeared to sustain a hamstring problem late in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Manchester City and although he managed to complete the match he is set to miss the next five matches - two of which he would not have played in as Caoimhin Kelleher deputises in the Europa League.