Manchester United are reportedly more certain about signing Milos Kerkez compared to arch-rivals and fellow suitors Liverpool.
According to Fabrizio Romano on Men In Blazers, Manchester United’s interest in Milos Kerkez is more concrete than Liverpool’s. The Bournemouth star has been one the top performers in the Premier League this season, with many clubs chasing for his signature, as the Red Devils could view him as a priority signing in January.
Manchester United are in the same trench again, where a new manager comes in and starts building the squad as per his specifications. Ruben Amorim has not had the best of starts in the Old Trafford dugout, although many of the supporters are of the opinion that the Portuguese are a good choice to build this squad ahead.
The change of system brought about by Amorim has seen a lot of deficiencies in this squad, as it’s become clear that a number of positions need strengthening. One of them is the left-back spot, which has hampered Manchester United in recent seasons with the constant absence of Luke Shaw and Tyrel Malacia.
The former has barely been playing due to persistent injuries, which has made signing a new left-back a priority ahead of January. Milos Kerkez is a player on Manchester United’s radar, with the 21-year-old Premier League full-back now one of the top performers in the league this season.
Fabrizio Romano insisted that Manchester United holds concrete interest in the Hungarian over other suitors, namely Liverpool. There are a host of clubs chasing the Cherries left-back, but the Red Devils are keen to figure out if a move is possible.
Manchester United ahead of Liverpool in Milos Kerkez chase
Manchester United are reportedly pushing to get Kerkez ahead of Liverpool despite the fact that Arne Slot likes the Hungarian. The Merseysiders are not thinking about recruiting a left-back ahead of January, as they may focus on getting a midfielder in the squad.
Bournemouth are not eager to sell Kerkez either, but should a big market opportunity arrive, the Cherries might consider a sale. Manchester United will have to commit to a big price for the defender if they are serious about making a move ahead of Jnauary, as multiple reports have suggested Amorim may not be given much funds to spend in the winter market.
