Departing Liverpool goalkeeper Andy Lonergan is convinced Caoimhin Kelleher is a first team prospect.
Last season, Liverpool's injury list and fixture congestion saw 21-year-old Caoimhin Kelleher start four matches in cup competitions across the campaign.
Lonergan told the Liverpool Echo: “He's a brilliant keeper, he's the new generation of goalkeeper.
“I'm the old generation but he's so fast.
“He's unbelievable, he's like a central-midfielder with the ball at his feet but he can make saves and is brave. He's got the lot.
“The only thing he is missing is games. John, Jack Robinson, me and Caoimhin all speak about it.
“He's not got any experience but I know a lot of keepers with experience who aren't as good as him. It's a tough one for him. He needs to play games.
“I presume the plan for him is to go out on loan because no-one is getting past Ali!"
