Spurs Sell Keeper! Josh Keeley Heads to Luton Town in Shock Move!

By: Analia Gómez Published On: 19/07/2025

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Tottenham Hotspur has confirmed the permanent transfer of young Irish goalkeeper Josh Keeley to Luton Town. The move comes as a surprise to some, as Keeley, 22, was considered a promising talent within the Spurs academy. Luton Town, recently relegated to League One, will provide Keeley with the opportunity for consistent first-team action.

While the transfer fee remains undisclosed, reports suggest that Tottenham has secured both a sell-on clause and a buy-back clause in Keeley's contract. This indicates that Spurs still highly value the young goalkeeper's potential and are keen to retain the option of bringing him back to the club in the future.

Keeley enjoyed a successful loan spell with Leyton Orient last season, where he played 36 times and kept 16 clean sheets. His impressive performances included a remarkable run of 660 minutes without conceding a goal and a memorable late equalizer in an FA Cup match against Oldham. He even earned praise from Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola after an FA Cup clash.

“We have reached agreement with League One side Luton Town for the transfer of Josh Keeley,” Tottenham Hotspur announced on their official website. The club wished Keeley well for his future endeavors.

Luton Town's acquisition of Keeley addresses their need for a reliable goalkeeper, especially after Thomas Kaminski's departure to Charlton Athletic. Keeley's experience in League One makes him a valuable asset as Luton aims for promotion back to the Championship.

Keeley joined Tottenham's academy in July 2022 and quickly integrated into the first team's pre-season tours. He represented the Republic of Ireland at various youth levels and received his first senior call-up this summer. While he faced competition from Guglielmo Vicario and Antonin Kinsky at Spurs, the move to Luton offers him a chance to shine and further develop his career.

What's Next for Keeley?

The move to Luton represents a significant step in Josh Keeley's career. He'll be looking to establish himself as the first-choice goalkeeper and help Luton Town achieve their promotion ambitions. His performances will undoubtedly be closely monitored by Tottenham Hotspur, who will be hoping to see him fulfill his potential and potentially trigger that buy-back clause in the future.