In a dramatic and unexpected twist that has sent shockwaves through the Premier League, promising left-back Milos Kerkez has made a sensational U-turn, rejecting a near-complete move to Liverpool in favor of joining Manchester City. The 20-year-old defender had reportedly agreed personal terms with Liverpool and was only a medical away from being officially unveiled as Arne Slot’s newest signing. However, in a matter of hours, the entire situation changed.
Kerkez, who had been identified as a key defensive target for Liverpool this summer, has now revealed that a deeply personal phone call altered the course of his transfer. While the specifics of the call have not been publicly disclosed, it’s believed to have been a tense and disrespectful conversation with a senior Liverpool figure—one that left Kerkez feeling slighted and angered.
In an emotionally charged statement, Kerkez didn’t hold back, stating, *“Don’t blame me—blame him. That phone call changed everything. Liverpool is a bigger club than City, no doubt. But after what he said to me, I’m going to City just to prove him wrong.”* The comment suggests that his decision wasn’t made purely on sporting grounds, but rather out of a desire to respond to what he felt was a personal affront.
He went on to say, *“He touched the lion’s tail—now he’ll feel the bite. With all due respect to Arne Slot, I’m not joining Liverpool. Sometimes it’s not about money or legacy… This is personal.”* These words make it clear that the player is seeking to make a statement, using his switch to City as a form of retaliation or personal vindication.
Sources close to the situation have confirmed that the deal with Liverpool was virtually complete, and both parties were optimistic about its success. However, the sudden fallout appears to have blindsided the Merseyside club, with one insider reportedly saying, *“We had him—he wanted to come—until that call ruined it all.”*
Kerkez now joins a Manchester City team already brimming with world-class talent. While it remains to be seen how much playing time he will receive under Pep Guardiola, the message behind the move is unmistakable: this transfer is less about footballing opportunity and more about making a point.
In the end, Kerkez’s decision underscores that transfers aren’t always driven by money, trophies, or status—sometimes, pride takes center stage.
