Fabrizio Romano on Kerkez: “Agreement is almost done” | OneFootball

Milos Kerkez to Liverpool: Transfer Almost Done, Says Romano

Kerkez Close to Joining Liverpool

The most significant movement for Liverpool surrounds Milos Kerkez. Romano was clear on this point: “I keep insisting on that—the agreement is almost done.” The 20-year-old left-back is expected to become a Liverpool player in the coming days.

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Romano added further weight to the story by pointing to Bournemouth’s acquisition of Kerkez’s replacement. “Bournemouth closed the deal for Truffert from Rennes as new left-back… so Milos Kerkez will be a Liverpool player.” The fee for Truffert was reported as €13.5 million plus a 10% sell-on clause, paving the way for Kerkez’s exit.

Robertson Open to Atlético Madrid Move

Another developing story involves Andy Robertson, who is now a top target for Atlético Madrid. Romano dismissed reports linking the Spanish club with Theo Hernández. “There is nothing close or concrete or advanced for Theo to Atlético Madrid,” he clarified.

Instead, the dream signing for Diego Simeone’s side is Liverpool’s Scottish international. “The player Atlético Madrid want to sign is Andy Robertson,” Romano revealed, adding that “Robertson already opened his doors to this possibility.” Discussions are ongoing, but no deal is yet agreed. Atlético’s hope is to negotiate on favourable terms—either on a free transfer or a low fee—depending on Liverpool’s stance.

Romano described the scenario as potentially “a special derby,” with “two full-backs from Liverpool—Trent on the right and Andy Robertson on the left—moving to Madrid.”

The radar chart above compares Milos Kerkez and Andrew Robertson across key full-back metrics over the last 365 days, highlighting their percentile ranks against other full-backs.

Andrew Robertson (in red) clearly leads in several possession and passing metrics. He ranks exceptionally high for Passes Attempted, Progressive Passes, and Shot-Creating Actions, showcasing his pivotal role in Liverpool’s build-up and attacking phases. His Pass Completion % and Touches are also notably strong, reflecting his comfort on the ball and consistent involvement.

Milos Kerkez (in blue), by contrast, excels in defensive contributions. He outperforms Robertson in metrics such as Blocks, Clearances, and Non-Penalty Goals, indicating a more defensively robust and goal-oriented approach. He also edges Robertson in Successful Take-Ons, suggesting he is more inclined to carry the ball and beat opponents in wide areas.

Interestingly, while Robertson dominates the creative and passing side, Kerkez’s chart reveals a player more willing to take risks, engage physically, and impact both ends of the pitch. His higher ranks in % of Dribblers Tackled, Tackles + Interceptions, and % of Aerials Won point to a gritty, high-effort style suited for high-tempo leagues.

One of the most striking differences is in Progressive Passes Received and Assists, where Robertson clearly trumps Kerkez. This underscores his synergy with Liverpool’s attacking unit and his ability to contribute directly to chance creation.

In summary, the data shows Robertson as a more refined, possession-oriented full-back, while Kerkez brings a younger, more aggressive profile—particularly strong in duels and defensive transitions. For Liverpool, the potential acquisition of Kerkez could complement their tactical evolution, especially if Robertson departs.