Milos Kerkez 'makes decision to join Man Utd over Liverpool' as clubs begin negotiations

Manchester United could face Liverpool in an attempt to prize Milos Kerkez away from Bournemouth later this year. But the Red Devils could miss out on the left-back as he is said to favor a move alongside Arne Slot.

United have fallen well behind the Merseyside side in the Premier League pecking order in recent years, with Liverpool clearly top of the table this season after winning the title in 2020.

And the 13-time Premier League champions could struggle to close the gap on their long-time rivals if they fail to convince players to choose Old Trafford over Anfield.

According to The i Paper, Liverpool want Kerkez to become Andy Robertson's successor and are considering appealing to United to get their hands on him.

Manchester City are also keen to sign the 21-year-old as they prepare for a major rebuild following a dismal run of form.

And the Hungarian international will choose Liverpool as he wants to link up with Reds director of football Richard Hughes, who initially brought the player to England while he was working at Bournemouth.

United, Liverpool and City have all started to make contact with Kerkez's representatives as they pursue his signature.

But Bournemouth, who signed the player from AZ Alkmaar in the summer of 2023, have no plans to sell the ace in January. The Vitality Stadium club would, however, be willing to do business if a £50million bid was tabled.

Kerkez started 22 Premier League matches during his first campaign in England and this time around started every league game for the Cherries.

The Hungarian has attracted many suitors this season thanks to his high-profile performances on the south coast. And he gave some insight into his life and playing style during an interview with The Guardian in the fall.

“Maybe people see how much I advance and forget about my defense, but the first thing I'm good at is defending, one on one, in duels,” the defender revealed.

“Anything extra is a bonus because I have the energy to do it, so why not?” It's the best thing for us as defenders to lock down the wingers. He then added: “I believe I can succeed at the highest level of football. »

Meanwhile, his Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola attempted to quell transfer speculation surrounding the player last month by explaining: “Milos has been solid this season.

“He is more mature and he sees the benefits of having the experience of a past season. I think it's a new level for him.

« About the other teams [and their interest]I don't really pay too much attention to these things. I don’t know how true these rumors are.”