Milos Kerkez has finally disproved flop claims as his 80% Liverpool stat emerges
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Credit: Imago Wed 15 April 2026 12:00, UK Milos Kerkez has faced huge criticism for his performances this season, but he was impressive as Liverpool lost to PSG at Anfield on Tuesday.The Reds were dumped out of the Champions League when Ousmane Dembele’s brace made it 2-0 on the night and 4-0 on aggregate. The left-back was hugely impressive last season, but his Liverpool form since signing has left much to be desired. ⚽ Liverpool Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews, VAR verdicts, and tactical analysis for every Reds fixture.
VISIT THE LIVERPOOL MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Milos Kerkez’s impressive stats vs PSGFormer Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown exclusively told Football Insider in October that Slot had serious concerns over Kerkez, and many of those issues have come to the fore.The 22-year-old has seriously struggled to adapt to life at Anfield, with the speed of his meteoric rise appearing to have caught up with him. Milos Kerkezvs PSGMinutes played90Chances created3Shots3Tackles1Cleared off the line 1Recoveries6Duels won6/8The defender has been caught out of position countless times this season and has failed to recreate the attacking influence that had made him so impressive at Bournemouth.PSG have announced a long-term partnership with WHOOP – a wearable technology set to provide performance insight to each player with the view of evolving approaches to physical preparation.But on Tuesday, it was Kerkez who looked to have got his preparation for the clash spot on.The Hungary international was up and down the left throughout the game, constantly racing back to make key interventions before delivering crosses at the other end.
All in all, he would create three chances, take three shots, make six recoveries, win three free-kicks and impressively, win 80 per cent of all of the duels he contested.Kerkez may have even scored, after his back-post run was found by Mohamed Salah, but the left-back struck his effort well wide of the post.Future bright for KerkezWhen they were signing Kerkez, Liverpool transfer chiefs would have been well aware that there was little downside to the signing. The left-back will hope to have a more settled wing partner ahead of him next season, and will have had a season of experience under his belt.Kerkez’s issues have only been a minute part of a tumultuous Liverpool campaign, and there are far greater worries to be addressed. 🔴 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Liverpool Insider Access Get the full story from Anfield and the AXA Training Centre with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Merseyside.