Milos Kerkez is believed to be in favor of a move to Liverpool in the wake of growing transfer interest in the Bournemouth left-back.
Kerkez, 21, has been in good form for the Cherries this season and continues to impress under Andoni Iraola. But unfortunately for them, Kerkez's performances have also netted the Hungarian international a number of high-profile prospects.
Liverpool have been linked with the former AZ Alkmaar star for a number of weeks, while Manchester City and Manchester United are also admirers of the defender.
But it is Arne Slot's side who are seemingly in the box to land Kerkez, with the player keen on the idea of a move to Merseyside rather than Manchester.
Kerkez's representatives have already been in contact with the Reds and both Manchester clubs. But, as first revealed by The i Paper, the player has indicated that Anfield would be his preferred destination. And while that will be a big boost for Slot and the Reds, it is believed Bournemouth are unlikely to give the £50m-rated star the green light to leave in the January transfer window.
Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes brought Kerkez to Bournemouth and his presence at Anfield is said to have played a role in the player's thinking. Kerkez was touted as a potential signing by Jamie Carragher earlier this season, while Liverpool's long-time left-back Andy Robertson has struggled for form.
And while Carragher might not get his wish if Liverpool make an addition in that area in January, his favorite target could soon be lining up for the Reds. “We've just spoken about the left-back situation at Liverpool and the fact that Andy Robertson needs help,” Carragher previously said on Sky Sports' Monday Night Football.
“Listen, he's been a revelation at Bournemouth. The only reason I'm mentioning Liverpool is the fact that they're probably looking for someone in that position, but also because the sporting director who brought him to Bournemouth is now the sporting director. ” at Liverpool.
“He's aggressive, he's got pace. Even when you look at him he looks like a full-back, small, very aggressive and focused on wingers on that side. He's been fantastic since he came to the Premier League for Bournemouth and it is one to watch.” for the future, whether he stays or goes.”
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