Milos Kerkez in action for Liverpool, with Andoni Iraola in a circular inset
Milos Kerkez in action for Liverpool, with Andoni Iraola in a circular inset
The 22-year-old has retained his position as the starting left-back this season, and has started ten games across all competitions so far, including eight in the Premier League.
However, his inconsistent displays have led to question marks about his long-term role in the side, and whether Liverpool will need to strengthen in his position.
As I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider's Transfer Insider podcast, Kerkez's performances have been a concern at Anfield but are unlikely to see him axed.
Andoni Iraola is a big fan of the Hungary international, who he also worked with at Bournemouth, and has been backed to get him back to his best in the near future.
While there are worries about his displays and fans have begun to grow frustrated, Liverpool have no major issues with Kerkez that would lead to any potential exit.
Why are Liverpool concerned about Milos Kerkez?
Football Insider reported last month that Kerkez could find himself axed from Iraola's starting XI after a string of disappointing performances for club and country.
Liverpool's 3-2 defeat against Fenerbahce in the Champions League last time out once again highlighted clear weaknesses in his game, which are becoming a problem.
However, Kerkez has the support of Iraola and the Liverpool coaching staff, who have been backed to help him turn around his form and get back to his best levels.
Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: "I think there's a few concerns, there's no doubt about it, in that left back position with Milos Kerkez.
"Kerkes was obviously bought in the previous summer for big money, but maybe he has failed to convince a lot of Liverpool fans with his performances.
"You've got to remember, he's still only 22, so still a young player who has come to a club with big aspirations, so he will be given a bit of time.
"He does try and give his all, but maybe he's lacking in quality with his final ball and everything else, so that has been a bit of a frusration.
"But he's now working under a manager who got the best out of him at Bournemouth, who helped him win that big money move to Liverpool in the first place.
"So, I'm sure Andoni Iraola still has big hopes that Kerkez can come good at Anfield, and they will be working with him to get back to his best."
Do Liverpool plan to strengthen their defence?
Kerkez's recent performances have led to calls for Liverpool to strengthen at left-back, adding to the already-present concerns about their current crop of defensive options.
Work is already believed to be underway behind the scenes to strengthen Iraola's side both at right-back and centre-back, where the lack of depth has become a concern.
Football Insider revealed on 26 October that Liverpool have a four-man shortlist of centre-back targets who they feel could improve their squad in next summer's window.
Borussia Dortmund star Nico Schlotterbeck and Inter Milan's Italy international Alessandro Bastoni have both been long-term targets for the Reds in recent years.
Meanwhile, versatile Barcelona defender Jules Kounde ranks highly on their list, and Nottingham Forest's Murillo is also an option the recruitment team will consider.