Liverpool
Pete O'Rourke, Transfer Correspondent
Fri 7 March 2025 12:30, UK
Liverpool star Dominik Szoboszlai is playing a key role in the club’s attempts so sign Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez, sources have told Football Insider.
Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke revealed that the Cherries would be prepared to sell the left-back for a fee upwards £40million this summer.
Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes is also said to be a leading force behind the deal given his role in signing the 21-year-old in 2023, and the move is now “progressing well” with Szoboszlai playing a key role behind the scenes.
Football Insider revealed in December that Kerkez is one of Liverpool’s top targets to replace Andy Robertson amid concerns about his performances.
Robertson has been rotated with Kostas Tsimikas under Slot this term as the Reds chase success in the Premier League, Champions League and League Cup.
However, they have now turned their attention to the Bournemouth star whose pace, technical ability and Premier League experience are regarded as valuable assets.
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Real Madrid and Man United are also said to be tracking Kerkez’s performances but the opportunity to link up with Szoboszlai, his international teammate, is thought to be key for Liverpool.
Bournemouth star Milos Kerkez is a key target for Liverpool. (Credit: Imago)
Liverpool eye both Milos Kerkez and Antonee Robinson after latest
Liverpool had previously targeted a move to sign Fulham star Antonee Robinson to fill their left-back spot, but are thought to have had second thoughts.
Football Insider revealed on 4 March that Liverpool would prefer to sign Kerkez over Robinson amid concerns about the U.S.A international’s age.
Robinson will be 28 by the time next season gets underway, and Slot is believed to be keen to land a player who can remain in his side for the long-term future.
The Bournemouth man has emerged as the top target in that case, with his age and performances this season making him the perfect fit for Liverpool’s recruitment team.
Milos Kerkez Antonee Robinson
Appearances 30 Appearances 28
Minutes Played 2584 Minutes Played 2478
Goals 2 Goals 0
Assists 4 Assists 10
Yellow Cards 6 Yellow Cards 6
Milos Kerkez vs Antonee Robinson stats across all competitions this season.
Bournemouth prepared to sell Milos Kerkez in £40million exit twist
Bournemouth paid a fee of around £15.5million to sign Kerkez from AZ Alkmaar just two years ago, and he has since established himself as a key part of their side.
His contract at the Vitality is set to run until 2028, placing the Cherries firmly in control of his future despite the growing interest in a possible summer deal.
A bid upwards of £40million, however, would represent a significant profit on their investment which could then be used to strengthen other areas of the team.
Football Insider revealed in November that Bournemouth are prepared to accept “huge” offers for their star players as Man City eyed a move to sign Ilya Zabarnyi.
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