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Liverpool 'keeping tabs' on potential Andrew Robertson replacement

Potential Robertson replacement? Liverpool 'monitoring' PL left-back
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Liverpool reportedly identify a Premier League left-back as a potential long-term successor to their current first-choice option Andrew Robertson.

Liverpool have reportedly identified Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez as a potential transfer target.

The Reds experienced an underwhelming summer transfer window, striking deals to sign Federico Chiesa and Giorgi Mamardashvili, although the latter will not arrive until next summer.

Liverpool are now drawing up plans for their future transfer business and the left side of defence appears to be a position where they are keen to strengthen.

The club are seemingly scouring the market for potential long-term successors to their current first-choice left-back Andrew Robertson.

Liverpool's Andrew Robertson in training in April 2024© Reuters

Liverpool monitoring Kerkez's progress

According to TEAMtalk, the Reds are keeping tabs on Kerkez's progress after identifying the Bournemouth defender as a potential target.

The report indicates that Liverpool's recruitment team believe Kerkez has good potential and are keeping a close eye on his performances for Andoni Iraola's side.

Kerkez, who joined Bournemouth in July 2023, was linked with a move away in the recent summer transfer window amid interest from Manchester United and Chelsea.

The Hungary international is also said to have admirers in the Bundesliga and Serie A, suggesting that Liverpool could face competition if they decide to pursue a deal.

However, any potential move may have to wait until the end of the season because Bournemouth will be reluctant to part ways with one of their regular starters in the January transfer window.

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola on August 4, 2024© Imago

Bournemouth's highly-rated left-back

After spending 18 months with AZ Alkmaar, Kerkez has gone on to establish himself as a prominent figure in the Bournemouth side.

Last season, the 20-year-old made 28 Premier League appearances, helping Bournemouth achieve a club-record points tally in the top flight.

Kerkez has continued to be a regular feature in the opening stages of the new season, having started each of Bournemouth's four Premier League matches.

The full-back is expected to play against his potential suitors this weekend, with Bournemouth set to travel to Anfield for a tricky clash against Liverpool.

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