Richard Hughes appointment could see Liverpool bring in ideal Andy Robertson heir

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By all accounts, it is looking likely that Liverpool’s next sporting director will be Richard Hughes. A close acquaintance of Michael Edwards, Hughes, has conducted some impressive work at Bournemouth over the last few years.

He will arrive at Anfield as part of the recruitment team reshuffle, which is expected to see Edwards also return to the club. Undoubtedly, Edwards’ return is the more exciting arrival at Anfield out of the duo.

However, Hughes could prove to be a shrewd appointment as well. Over the course of the last few season, he has shown an excellent eye for talent while at Bournemouth. Some of his best acquisitions include Nathan Ake, Dominic Solanke and Aaron Ramsdale, among others.

Last summer he also beat Liverpool to the race of a young full-back, who was on the club’s radar as well.

Milos Kerkez could be Andy Robertson’s heir

Last summer, Milos Kerkez was on the radar of a host of clubs from Europe’s top five leagues. The likes of Benfica and Lazio both actively pursued him. But Rousing the Kop understands Liverpool were also interested in the then AZ Alkmaar defender.

At the time, though, it was Bournemouth who won the race for Kerkez’s signature. The deciding factor was the amount of playing time offered to Kerkez by the Premier League club. It is understood Hughes also played a key role in attracting the Hungarian international to Bournemouth.

Now given the fact that Liverpool already had Kerkez on the club’s radar, and Hughes is set to join the club, his name may end up on the club’s potential transfer shortlist once again.

Kerkez has done very well since arriving in the Premier League. He has settled in and become Bournemouth’s first choice left-back. Already he is on the radar of clubs like Chelsea.

This summer may come too soon for a move to Anfield though. However, in the long-term with Hughes and Liverpool both clearly admirers, if Kerkez continues to develop, this could be a transfer that the club could explore. Especially since Andy Robertson is set to turn 30-years-old this year – and sooner or later Liverpool will have to find an heir to his throne. Could Kerkez be the solution? Only time will tell. But appointing Hughes could be a step in that direction for Liverpool.