In a stunning twist that has rocked the Premier League, highly-rated full-back Milos Kerkez has snubbed a move to Liverpool at the last minute\u2014despite being on the verge of finalizing a deal with Arne Slot\u2019s side.<\/p>\n
Instead, the 20-year-old has opted to join Manchester City, citing deeply personal reasons behind his abrupt change of heart.<\/p>\n
In a fiery and emotional statement, Kerkez made it clear: \u201cDon\u2019t blame me\u2014blame him. That phone call changed everything. Liverpool is a bigger club than City, no doubt. But after what he said to me, I\u2019m going to City just to prove him wrong.\u201d<\/p>\n
He added: \u201cHe touched the lion\u2019s tail\u2014now he\u2019ll feel the bite. With all due respect to Arne Slot, I\u2019m not joining Liverpool. Sometimes it\u2019s not about money or legacy\u2026 This is personal.<\/p>\n
Although full details of the call have not been disclosed, sources close to the situation reveal it was a tense exchange between Kerkez and a senior Liverpool official, which left the player feeling disrespected and insulted.<\/p>\n
Kerkez was reportedly one of Liverpool\u2019s top defensive targets, with personal terms already agreed and only a medical left to complete the deal. But in a matter of hours, the situation completely flipped.<\/p>\n
A frustrated Liverpool insider reportedly said, \u201cWe had him\u2014he wanted to come\u2014until that call ruined it all.\u201d<\/p>\n
Now heading to Manchester City, Kerkez\u2019s move appears to be more than just about football\u2014it\u2019s a personal statement.<\/p>\n
With Guardiola\u2019s squad already packed with talent, the transfer is seen as symbolic revenge rather than a guaranteed starting opportunity.<\/p>\n
This isn\u2019t your typical transfer story\u2014it\u2019s a battle of pride and principle, with Kerkez determined to make a point.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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