Liverpool are on the verge of securing a significant addition to their squad, with Bournemouth’s talented left-back Milos Kerkez reportedly close to finalizing a transfer to Anfield. The 21-year-old Hungarian international has emerged as a key target for the Premier League champions, and recent developments suggest the deal is nearing completion, potentially marking another bold step in Liverpool’s ambitious summer transfer window.
🚨 Liverpool reach agreement with Bournemouth to sign Milos Kerkez. Deal for 21yo left-back worth around £40m + now on to documentation stage. Hungary international expected to undergo medical next week & join #LFC from #AFCB on 5yr contract @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/d7zma4mCLQ
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) June 20, 2025
Milos Kerkez has been a standout performer for Bournemouth since joining the Cherries from AZ Alkmaar in 2023. Known for his pace, work rate, and aggressive style of play, the young defender has quickly established himself as one of the Premier League’s most promising full-backs. During the 2024-25 season, Kerkez played in all 38 of Bournemouth’s league matches, contributing two goals and five assists, showcasing his ability to impact both defensively and in the final third. His versatility to operate as a traditional left-back or a more advanced wing-back makes him an ideal fit for Arne Slot’s high-intensity system at Liverpool.
Negotiations between Liverpool and Bournemouth have been ongoing for weeks, with the Cherries initially valuing their star defender at around £45 million. Liverpool’s sporting director, Richard Hughes, who played a key role in bringing Kerkez to Bournemouth during his tenure as the club’s technical director, has been instrumental in driving the talks forward. Sources indicate that Liverpool have now agreed a deal worth approximately £40million, with only minor details left to finalize.
As Liverpool prepare to finalize the Kerkez deal, the club’s focus will soon shift to other areas of the squad. With significant spending already committed—potentially exceeding £180 million with the arrivals of Wirtz, Frimpong, and Kerkez—Liverpool may look to balance the books by offloading players such as Darwin Nunez, whose future remains uncertain. The Reds are also rumored to be interested in Newcastle’s Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon, as well as Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike, as they aim to further bolster their attacking options.
