This move comes from Spanish coach Unai Emery, the manager of Aston Villa, as part of his efforts to strengthen the team's squad in preparation for the upcoming football season, especially after the remarkable success the team achieved this season by finishing fifth in the Premier League table with 66 points.
According to what was published by The Sun, Aston Villa's management sees Kelleher as an ideal option to compensate for the potential departure of their first-choice goalkeeper, Argentine Emiliano Martínez, who is attracting significant interest from major European clubs such as Barcelona and Manchester United, in addition to other clubs in the Saudi Pro League.
It is worth noting that the 26-year-old Kelleher has expressed his desire for regular first-team playing opportunities, which may drive him to seek a new team next summer.