Manchester United take on Liverpool to sign Milos Kerkez
Manchester United They are reported to be in a battle with Liverpool over a deal to sign AFC Bournemouth star Milos Kerkez, according to Spanish outlet Signings.
After joining the Cherries from AZ Alkmaar last summer, the 20-year-old enjoyed a promising debut campaign at the Premier League last season, helping his team to a mid-table finish.
The youngster has started the new campaign in a similar way and Signings He claims the defender's recent “outstanding performances” have not gone unnoticed as he has attracted the attention of some big Premier League clubs.
Liverpool have set their sights on Kerkez as a potential long-term replacement for Andrew Robertson, who has now turned 30. However, the report says that Manchester United are also interested in signing the 20-year-old as they look to address their problems at left-back.
Erik the Hag The team was left without a specialist left-back last season due to injury problems for Tyrell Malacia and Luke Shaw. The duo are reportedly getting closer to fitness but remain sidelined at the moment, so Ten Hag has been forced to use Diogo Dalot, who is a right-back by nature, in this position.
Battle
The Spanish media claims that, in addition to Manchester United and Liverpool, Chelsea They are also in the race as they look to sign a new left-back to replace Ben Chilwell, who is reportedly out of Enzo Maresca's plans and is therefore set to leave the club soon.
Having recently signed the Hungarian, Bournemouth do not want to let their star go on the cheap and want at least 29 million pounds.
The youngster is fast, strong, efficient in attack, can make excellent crosses from wide areas, is efficient in defensive contributions and also reads the game well.
Kerkez is a talented player with huge potential, so he could be a smart acquisition for Liverpool or Man Utd for the long-term future if either club buys him.
However, it will be interesting to see whether the record Premier League champions or the Merseyside club will ultimately battle it out for the Hungarian's signature next year.
