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Liverpool preferred destination for defender who could become the best in the world
TL;DR
Liverpool is emerging as the preferred destination for a defender who has the potential to become the best in the world. The team's defensive issues have been highlighted this season, with key players underperforming.
Key points
- Liverpool's defense has been a major issue this season
- Virgil van Dijk's performance has declined
- Milos Kerkez's form has improved recently
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Liverpool preferred destination for defender who could become the best in the world
Liverpool's defence has been one of their main problems this season.
Hardly any of their players have performed to the standards expected of them with most of the Reds' defeats coming as a result of their short-comings.
Virgil van Dijk has been a fraction of his former self and, while the form of Ibrahima Konate and Milos Kerkez has started to improve over the last couple of months, they still have a lot to answer for.
These poor performances have resulted in several defenders being linked with an Anfield switch and now, one of their reported targets have actually chosen Anfield as their preferred destination.
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When the centre-back plays alongside Van Dijk with the Dutch national team his quality is laid bare.
His speed, coupled with his physicality and his ability to consistently keep the ball away from danger are all some of the best things a Premier League centre-back could have.
Q&A
Why is Liverpool interested in signing a new defender?
Liverpool is facing significant defensive problems this season, prompting the need for a new defender.
Who is Milos Kerkez and why is he considered a top defender?
Milos Kerkez is a defender whose recent performances have shown improvement, leading to speculation about his potential to become one of the best.
What are the current issues with Liverpool's defense?
Liverpool's defense has struggled this season, with players like Virgil van Dijk not performing at expected levels, contributing to the team's defeats.