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The long-time adversaries are rumoured to be keen on a Premier League star to bolster their full-back options.
Liverpool have joined the race to sign Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez, with Manchester United also keen on the Hungarian international.
According to Caught Offside, the 21-year-old has emerged as one of the Premier League's most promising young defenders, prompting interest from several top clubs.
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Why Liverpool and Manchester United want Kerkez
Kerkez has impressed with his performances for Bournemouth this season, contributing to their strong start to the campaign.
His attacking prowess and defensive solidity have caught the eye of the Reds, who are looking for a long-term replacement for Andy Robertson.
However, the Reds face competition from Manchester United, who are also in the market for a left-back.
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According to the report, both clubs are reportedly considering several options, including Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies, Fulham's Antonee Robinson, Benfica's Alvaro Carreras and Girona's Miguel Gutierrez.
Bournemouth are understood to value Kerkez at around £50 million, a significant fee for a relatively young player.
While the Cherries are reluctant to lose a key member of their squad, they may find it difficult to resist offers from the Premier League's elite.
Liverpool are reportedly exploring the possibility of including players in a deal to reduce the financial outlay.
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Arne Slot’s men could respond to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s possible exit by getting one over both Real Madrid and Barca.
What next for Liverpool and Manchester United?
The long-time English rivals face off at Anfield on January 5, with Slot’s table-topping side keen to begin 2025 positively and Ruben Amorim searching for success to move on from the club’s miserable December.
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