Liverpool reach personal terms with Milos Kerkez; Club talks underway
Liverpool have reached an agreement with Bournemouth's left-back Milos Kerkez on personal terms. By Ravi Kumar Jha Published on May 28, 2025, 18:47 IST
Liverpool have reached an agreement with Bournemouth's left-back Milos Kerkez on personal terms. The club to club talks are underway for the defender. The Reds and Arne Slot rates the left-back high on their list for the next season, and thus, they are working hard to get it done even before the start of the window.
Liverpool have made a significant step in their pursuit of Bournemouth's highly-rated left-back Milos Kerkez, reaching an agreement with the player on personal terms. Talks between the two clubs are currently ongoing as the Reds aim to finalise the deal ahead of the summer transfer window.
New head coach Arne Slot is a strong admirer of the Hungarian international and has placed Kerkez high on his list of transfer priorities. The 20-year-old impressed during his debut Premier League season with the Cherries, showcasing defensive maturity and attacking flair that have caught the attention of several top clubs.
Liverpool are eager to strengthen their defensive options, and with question marks surrounding the future and fitness of some of their current full-backs, the club views Kerkez as a long-term solution. The Merseysiders are pushing to complete the deal early, underlining their intent to back Slot in reshaping the squad for the upcoming campaign.
Ravi kumar jha is an undergraduate student in Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Mass Communication. A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication and he also has a genuine interest in sports. Ravi is currently working as a journalist at Businessupturn.com
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