Milos Kerkez: A Key Name in the Summer Transfer Window
Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez is set to attract significant interest this summer following an impressive season. With multiple clubs monitoring his progress, Bournemouth could find it difficult to resist offers for the highly-rated left-back. Manager Andoni Iraola deserves credit for trusting and developing Kerkez, but sources close to the player suggest this summer may bring a different outcome.
Liverpool’s Long-Standing Interest
Kerkez took a major step in January by signing with agent Fali Ramadani, who has strong connections with Liverpool and other top European clubs. This move signaled his openness to a potential transfer.
Liverpool have been tracking Kerkez since 2024 but were unable to move for him at the time. Now, with a clear need to strengthen their left-back position in 2025, the club remains highly interested. Liverpool’s director, Richard Hughes, has strong ties to Bournemouth, which could play a key role in negotiations.
Slot Approves Move – Price Set at €45M
New Liverpool manager Arne Slot has reportedly approved a move for Kerkez, who is one of three left-back targets under consideration. While talks are still in the early stages, Kerkez is eager to play Champions League football, making a transfer more likely.
Bournemouth will determine their final asking price closer to the summer, but a deal in the range of €40-45 million is expected.
Other Clubs in the Race
Manchester United showed interest in Kerkez during the January window and had him on their shortlist. However, after Bournemouth refused to sell, United opted for Patrick Dorgu instead, making a summer move for Kerkez unlikely.
Meanwhile, Chelsea and Atletico Madrid have scouted him multiple times this season, meaning they could still enter the race. However, at this stage, Liverpool appear to be leading the chase.
With the summer window approaching, the competition for Kerkez’s signature is expected to intensify, making him one of the key defenders to watch.
