Due to the European Championships, the condition of Scotland defender Andy Robertson has not improved as much as expected. In recent matches, Greek defender Kostas Tsimikas has often been given priority, which has led to a change in the pecking order.
However, the average age of both players is increasing, at 30 and 28 respectively. Rumours about potential long-term replacements have also been frequent, and various types of left-back have been reported as targets, with Wolves defender Rayan Aït-Nouri at the top of the list.
Mick Brown, who has scouted for Manchester United and Tottenham in the past, said Liverpool are keeping a close eye on Bournemouth defender Milos Kerkez, while fellow Premier League side Chelsea have also shown interest since last season.
“Clubs are definitely interested in him. Chelsea were interested in him last season and that hasn’t gone away, and I’ve heard Liverpool have been keeping an eye on his development too.”
“He’s been important to the way Bournemouth have played and has been really impressive. So it doesn’t come as any surprise that some of the top clubs are having a look at him.”
“But Bournemouth won’t be quite so keen to see him leave. He’ll come at a premium because of that, and there also seems to be a shortage of top-class left-backs in the game so that ups his price again.”
“But that interest is genuine and he’s one I’ve heard has attracted a lot of admirers. Whether a deal can be reached in January, I’m not sure, but Bournemouth won’t want to lose him mid-way through a season when he’s so important to them.”
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The 21-year-old side-back, who tried out for the Premier League in the summer of 2023 from AZ Alkmaar, made 33 appearances, including in the Carabao Cup and FA Cup last season. He made his debut for Hungary in 2022 and has been on the pitch for 21 games so far.
He has proved that he can also play in the Premier League and has been a regular starter since the start of the season, contributing to the team’s victories.
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