You’ll forgive Andy Robertson for recoiling on the mere point out of the identify Milos Kerkez.
The 31-year-old’s place as Liverpool’s first-choice left-back – a put up he has had a stranglehold on for the previous eight seasons – could possibly be beneath duress if the Anfield membership get a deal for Hungary worldwide over the road.
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Robertson is about to enter the ultimate yr of his Reds contract, with many suggesting Kerkez could possibly be a long-term substitute for the two-time Premier League champion and Champions League winner.
“We’re not daft, it seems as if a deal might probably be achieved,” Robertson advised BBC Scotland, when requested in regards to the Kerkez rumours.
“However, till that’s achieved, I’ve not even given {that a} second thought. I again myself. I’ve bought confidence in my very own potential and that drives me ahead.
“I’ve had eight improbable years at Liverpool by way of successful trophies and being a mainstay within the staff, which I am extremely pleased with.
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“I am not getting any youthful. I can not change my age, however I nonetheless consider I’ve bought so much to offer and that is what I deal with.
“I deal with myself – you’ll be able to’t deal with different individuals or who you are competing with.”
[BBC]