Reds 40 million finalize flying wings, and salt is sprinkled on old Leeds United scars

This Yorkshire team was once one of three clubs chasing the talent, and now he is about to head to Anfield.

For Leeds United, this is undoubtedly another handful of salt sprinkled on the old scar. They were once infinitely close to the signed talented defender Milos Kolkz, and now after shining at Bournemouth, they are about to join Premier League giant Liverpool for £40 million. The Hungarian left-back has become a big surprise in the Premier League this season. He not only played all 38 league games for Bournemouth, but also sent as many as 6 assists.

The summer window opens, and gold will always shine. Kolkz's performance naturally attracted the attention of top teams, and now it seems that Anfield will be his next stop. Looking back on 2023, Bournemouth signed him from Eredivisie Alkmaar for only £15.5 million. If Leeds United had taken decisive action at the beginning, they might have earned nearly £25 million in huge profits today. Time goes back to January 2023, when Kolkerz, who was only 19 years old, became famous in the Eredivisie, and Leeds United, Leicester City and Bournemouth were all his suitors.

At that time, Leeds United had already introduced Max Warbell in that winter window to consolidate coach Jesse Marsh's defense, but the team's left-back Philpo was in a sluggish state. Therefore, Kolkz is regarded by the team as the perfect candidate who can immediately strengthen and have a promising future.

However, in the winter of that year, the transaction did not happen. By the summer, Leeds United was unfortunately relegated from the Premier League, and Kolkz finally chose the "Cherry Legion" Bournemouth.

Neil Blake, then CEO of Bournemouth, said excitedly when signing him: "Milos and his specific ability and offensive talent will greatly improve our lineup. He is a talented and potential young man. Many clubs in Europe are paying attention to him, but after hearing about our future plans and ambitions, he himself expressed a strong desire to join."

Times have changed, and now Kolkz is about to join the new Liverpool coach Arne Slot. The young man has long been aware of the rumors outside. He admitted in March that he said:

"You said I can't see those rumors at all, that's a scam. The key is whether these things can affect you. Whether the outside world praises or critics, I just do my job well. That's all. Since I was a child, I have dreamed of playing in the top league, winning trophies, and playing for the best team. As for transfers, that's what my agent and father should worry about. What will happen in the summer, let's wait and see."

In addition, the report also mentioned that Liverpool has made frequent moves this summer, not only signing Leverkusen core Wilz for a record-breaking £116 million, but also introduced his teammate, right-back Flynnon for £29.5 million.

With Kolkz's joining, Liverpool's Greek left-back Zimikas may seek to leave the team. The latest news is that Leeds United coach Daniel Falke is keen on this experienced Greek international and hopes to bring him to the team to help his big plan for the superstar.