Liam Kelly

Loan moves On 8 January 2016, Kelly joined East Fife in Scottish League Two on a six-month loan. During his time at Bayview Stadium, Kelly played in 16 league matches and was part of the side which won the League Two title. Upon returning to Rangers, Kelly travelled to the United States with the first team for a pre-season training camp. However, on 15 July 2016, he was loaned out to the then Scottish League One team Livingston until January 2017. He made his debut for Livi the next day in a League Cup match against St Mirren.

Livingston Kelly moved to Livingston, where he had previously been on loan, for an undisclosed fee in June 2018. He played regularly for Livingston in the 2018–19 season, but then invoked a release clause in his contract.

Queens Park Rangers On 14 June 2019, Kelly signed for Queens Park Rangers for an undisclosed fee on a four-year contract. It was reported that the transfers fee was £50,000 with Livingston retaining a sell on bonus. He made his debut on 13 August 2019, in an EFL Cup match against Bristol City saving two penalties in a 5–4 penalty shootout win.

Motherwell (loan) On 6 January 2021, Kelly moved on loan to Motherwell for the remainder of the season.

Motherwell On 5 July 2021, Kelly returned to Motherwell on a permanent transfer from Queens Park Rangers, signing a three-year contract.

Return to Rangers On 27 June 2024, Rangers completed the signing of goalkeeper Liam Kelly on a two-year deal. Kelly, a former Rangers academy player, returned to Ibrox after his contract expired at Motherwell. Kelly made his first competitive appearance for Rangers on 21 December 2024, in a 1–0 victory against Dundee at Ibrox. He then started in an Old Firm game for the first time, as Rangers won 3–0 against Celtic on 2 January 2025. Following a dip of form for regular starter Butland, Kelly was chosen to play in a Europa League tie against Athletic Bilbao. He saved a penalty kick in the first leg, which ended in a goalless draw. Kelly played in 10 league games during the 2024–25 season, recording four clean sheets.

International career

Kelly has represented Scotland at various age levels, up to an including the under-21 team. After many call-ups to the squad without playing, Kelly finally made his full international debut in a friendly against France on 17 October 2023. He was selected in the Scotland squads for UEFA Euro 2024 and the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Style of play Kenny Miller, who played alongside Kelly at Rangers and was also his player-manager at Livi, said of him in 2018: "He's excellent with the ball at his feet. He's a proper modern-day goalkeeper".

Personal life He is the brother of Livingston defender Sean Kelly and Dumbarton goalkeeper Shay Kelly. In October 2023 Liam and Sean faced each other from 12 yards in a Scottish Premiership fixture, with Sean scoring his penalty past Liam.

Career statistics Club

Honours

Club Rangers under-17 Glasgow Cup: 2012