Milos Kerkez has fuelled speculation about a potential summer move to Liverpool, admitting he’s fully aware of the growing interest from Reds supporters.
The Hungarian left-back, who has been heavily linked with a switch to Anfield, has acknowledged the social media buzz surrounding his future while making it clear that his ambition is to play at the highest level and compete for major trophies.
Liverpool’s interest and Bournemouth’s stance
Liverpool’s reported admiration for Kerkez is no secret, with the Liverpool ECHO confirming that the club holds an interest in the 21-year-old.
However, he is not the only left-back on their shortlist. Bournemouth, meanwhile, remains firm in their valuation, reportedly demanding no less than £40m for their defensive star, despite claims of a £50m release clause.
Initial contact has already been made, signalling that the Reds could be preparing for a significant defensive reshuffle this summer.
A successor to Andy Robertson?
With Andy Robertson set to enter the final year of his contract, Liverpool are planning for the future.
Kerkez, a dynamic full-back with pace, defensive awareness, and an attacking edge, fits the mould of a modern Liverpool full-back.
His ability to stay tight to wingers, use his speed to recover, and contribute in attacking phases makes him an attractive option for a club looking to refresh its defensive ranks.
Kerkez addresses Liverpool links
Speaking to The Athletic, Kerkez admitted that he doesn’t ignore the speculation:
Kerkez said: “It’s not like I don’t see it. When people say they don’t see stuff, I think it’s a lie. If someone says something bad, I do my job, and if someone says something good, I just do my job. That’s it.”
He further hinted at being open to a move to a top club, stating: “As a kid, you dream to play at the highest level, win the trophies, be on the best teams.”
However, the left-back was keen to emphasise that his focus remains on Bournemouth’s current campaign, including their FA Cup run.
Kerkez continued: “There’s games left, the FA Cup is important for us — these are big things. And then, like I say, when someone comes (in for you) you never know what’s going to happen or where you’re going to end up. In the summer, we will see what happens.”
A smart addition for Liverpool?
Kerkez’s skill set aligns well with Liverpool’s style of play. He describes his defensive strengths as his ability to close space, match wingers stride for stride, and use his explosiveness to recover when needed.
His attacking instincts, showcased in his link-up play with teammates, further underline why Liverpool are keeping tabs on him.
With the summer transfer window approaching, Liverpool’s pursuit of Kerkez will likely intensify.
Whether he ends up replacing Robertson long-term or competing for a spot in Arne Slot’s squad remains to be seen, but all signs point to an intriguing transfer saga unfolding in the coming months