Liverpool are focusing on signing Bournemouth’s left-back Milos Kerkez after nearly securing Jeremie Frimpong, according to sources.
- Negotiations Ongoing: Liverpool’s management has started talks with Bournemouth over the 20-year-old Kerkez, who is also attracting interest from Chelsea, Manchester City, and Real Madrid.
- Price: Bournemouth are asking for about £45 million.
- Funding the Transfer: Liverpool plan to sell backup left-back Kostas Tsimikas to balance finances and comply with Financial Fair Play rules.
- Significance: If successful, Kerkez will be Liverpool’s second major defensive signing this summer, following Frimpong.
Liverpool’s Full-Back Overhaul:
With Trent Alexander-Arnold expected to leave and Frimpong set to replace him on the right, Kerkez is targeted as a long-term replacement for 32-year-old Andrew Robertson on the left.
Why Milos Kerkez?
Kerkez, a 20-year-old Hungarian international, fits Arne Slot’s vision for a dynamic, attack-minded left-back, similar to what Frimpong offers on the right.
Competition for Kerkez:
- Chelsea has monitored Kerkez for months and might reignite interest if their current left-backs leave.
- Manchester City has made exploratory contacts and could act if they decide to refresh their left-back options.
- Real Madrid is observing but focusing on other areas for now.
Liverpool’s Position:
The club is confident Bournemouth will accept an offer around £45 million. They plan to fund the transfer by selling Kostas Tsimikas. Signing both Frimpong and Kerkez would mark a clear move to replace older players with promising young talent, underlining Arne Slot’s rebuild strategy
