Liverpool Nears £45m Signing of Hungarian Defender Kerkez

Liverpool is on the verge of finalizing the transfer of Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth, with the player's father confirming that the deal is 'basically done,' pending only minor details. The move, reportedly valued around £40-45 million, is part of Liverpool's significant summer investment, which also includes the record-breaking £116 million signing of Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Florian Wirtz. Kerkez, a 21-year-old left-back known for his dynamic play, is seen as a long-term successor to Andy Robertson, who is reportedly being pursued by Atletico Madrid. Alongside Jeremie Frimpong, signed as a replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, Kerkez will bolster Liverpool's full-back options under manager Arne Slot. Sporting director Richard Hughes has been instrumental in accelerating Liverpool's summer recruitment, aiming to reinforce the squad that recently won the Premier League. While Liverpool is focusing on these key additions, further transfers may depend on departures from the squad, particularly in central defense and forward positions.