Kerkez has starred for the Cherries this season and seems to have been picked out as the rightful heir to Andy Robertson at left-back. Liverpool are said to be in talks with Kerkez, 21, who could be about to join compatriot Dominik Szoboszlai at Anfield. The marauding defender fits Slot’s system well and could be valued around £45m.

Liverpool are edging towards a huge deal for Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz and one of the Reds’ current stars has dropped a major hint that a deal could be very close indeed

Liverpool are on the verge of signing Florian Wirtz while they continue to pursue an interest in Milos Kerkez. However, recent speculation suggests that Newcastle United's Alexander Isak also remains a target despite the Magpies reportedly slapping a £150million price-tag on his head.