Caoimhín Kelleher: 'It looks like Liverpool have decided to go in a different direction'

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Caoimhin Kelleher at Monday's Republic of Ireland Press Conference at FAi HQ. Pic ©INPHO/Ryan Byrne

Caoimhin Kelleher admits his plan to leave Liverpool for first-team football was vetoed during the recent transfer window by the club.

The Corkman revealed earlier in the year his desire to seek a new challenge unless the No 1 spot became available, a situation denied once Alisson opted against moving to Saudi Arabia.