🔴 Liverpool Close in on Milos Kerkez as Transfer Talks Advance
Liverpool are nearing a deal to sign Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth, with the Hungarian left-back leaving his national team camp amid ongoing transfer discussions.
This week, Hungary manager Marco Rossi initially ruled Kerkez out of a friendly against Sweden without giving specifics. However, the Hungarian Football Federation has now confirmed that the 21-year-old has departed their training camp in Telk and will not travel for next week’s match against Azerbaijan.
“Milos Kerkez left the men’s A-team training camp in Telk for private reasons, so he will not travel with the team to Baku,” read the official statement.
Kerkez was present at training on Thursday but did not participate in any sessions. With negotiations at an advanced stage, both Liverpool and Bournemouth are said to be avoiding any injury risks that could derail the move.
⚙️ Deal Details
- Final talks are expected in the coming days to finalize the deal.
- The total package is likely to be £40–£45 million, including performance-based add-ons.
- Kerkez, who joined Bournemouth in 2023, may soon reunite with Richard Hughes, now Liverpool’s sporting director and the man who originally brought him to England.
🚨 Kerkez Hints at Exit
Just last week, Kerkez sparked speculation with a farewell-style message on social media:
“I don’t know what will happen in the next week but Cherries family thank you!”
🧭 What It Means for Liverpool
With Trent Alexander-Arnold departing for Real Madrid, new manager Arne Slot has prioritized Kerkez to bolster the Reds’ defense. The move signals Liverpool’s intent to rebuild with young, dynamic full-backs heading into the New
