It’s no secret that Liverpool has Milos Kerkez on their transfer list. The Bournemouth left-back has been one of the top performers in his position this season, and the Reds have taken note.
Andy Robertson, a devoted club employee, could be nearing the end of his career at the age of 31. Kerkez is nearly a decade younger and has demonstrated in his brief Premier League career that he possesses the characteristics required to thrive at Anfield.
This season, he has two goals and five assists for the Cherries and appears to be on the verge of taking the next step in his career. If it comes down to a transfer battle for the £40 million-rated full-back, Liverpool have a few significant advantages over rival suitors.
Liverpool’s Secret Kerkez Weapon
To begin, sporting director Richard Hughes formerly served as technical director at Bournemouth, where he recruited Kerkez from AZ in 2023.
That implies Liverpool may have more open channels of communication than other teams, such as Juventus or Manchester United.
Then, maybe, comes Liverpool’s most powerful weapon.
Dominik Szoboszlai is Kerkez’s well-known friend and ally, and the two play for the Hungary national team.
Neither has been hesitant about their strong relationship in the media or on social media, fueling speculation that Szoboszlai may be used to orchestrate a Kerkez signing.
Kerkez himself contributed to the rumors earlier this week by joining Hungary for international service.
Szoboszlai features in Kerkez’s piece.
He shared a photo of himself in national team colours with Szoboszlai. Liverpool fans in the comments were quick to remind Kerkez where his future should be.
It’s not the first time Szoboszlai has appeared on Kerkez’s socials, although curiosity was aroused last month when the left-back ended up DELETING a post featuring Szoboszlai for unknown reasons.
Hungary lost their UEFA Nations League League A v League B promotion / relegation playoff first leg against Turkey in Istanbul on Thursday and will be hoping Kerkez and Szoboszlai can help overturn a 3-1 deficit on Sunday.
Kerkez was active on social media after the game, telling fans “We will give everything on Sunday” ahead of the return fixture.
And who was taking notice, giving his Instagram post a like? That’s right. His national team captain and potential future Liverpool teammate Szoboszlai.
