In a stunning twist that has rocked the Premier League, rising star Milos Kerkez has dramatically turned down a near-complete move to Liverpool—choosing instead to join Manchester City in what appears to be a deeply personal decision.
Just days away from signing under new manager Arne Slot, Kerkez delivered an emotional statement explaining his sudden change of heart. And it wasn’t about money, silverware, or game time.
🗣️ “Don’t point the finger at me—blame him,” Kerkez said, referring to an unnamed figure at Liverpool. “Liverpool is much bigger than Manchester City, no doubt. But after that phone call, I’m heading to City just to prove him wrong.”
“He poked the lion—and now he’ll feel the bite. I have great respect for Arne Slot, but I won’t be joining him. This isn’t about legacy or cash anymore. It’s personal.”
Though the contents of the phone call remain under wraps, insiders suggest it was a fiery exchange with a senior Liverpool official that left Kerkez feeling “disrespected” and “undervalued.”
Liverpool had reportedly finalized personal terms with the 20-year-old Hungarian full-back, with only the medical pending. Then, out of nowhere, the deal collapsed.
😠 “We had him. He was ready. Then that happened,” a Liverpool insider reportedly fumed.
Kerkez now heads to Manchester City, where Pep Guardiola—who had been quietly tracking the defender—is set to welcome him. With City’s squad already brimming with world-class talent, the move feels more like a statement than a strategic addition.
This isn’t just a signing. This is a battle cry.
This is a vendetta—laced in boots and driven by pride.
