'Looks so stressful': John Arne Riise tells Milos Kerkez how he can instantly improve his Liverpool performances

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Milos Kerkez has so far failed to fully nail down his spot as Liverpool’s starting left-back after struggling to adapt following his move from Bournemouth.The Hungarian had been expected to largely take over regular duties from Andy Robertson, and while that has been the case at times, Kerkez has not completely convinced.Robertson played once again in San Siro on Tuesday evening, putting in a solid performance which underlined his status as Liverpool‘s best left-back.Join our newsletter for news & smart analysis. Having had a hugely successful career at Anfield, Riise has now offered some advice to Kerkez on how to improve his game.John Arne Riise instructs Milos Kerkez to cool downKerkez was effusive in his praise of Riise upon joining Liverpool, hailing both the Norwegian and Robertson as being personal heroes of his.Speaking to FootItalia, Riise has revealed that he got in touch with the youngster to wish him the best, and shared how he can begin to properly adjust at Liverpool.Photo by Izzy Poles – AMA/Getty ImagesREAD MORE: Ashley Cole says Liverpool released the most underrated player he’s ever played with“He took the No.

“You know, he’s a very aggressive player that hasn’t really shown his best yet. But sometimes he can maybe take more time.“He’s been good in some games, others he’s struggled in.

But I expect him to be fine because he knows the English game, and hopefully he will be more of an attacking threat also in the upcoming games.” Who do you think is winning Liverpool’s left-back battle and why? Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say Is Kerkez in danger of losing his place permanently?Anyone who has watched Kerkez closely for Liverpool this season will recognise Riise’s assessment of his game.The former Bournemouth man can be rash, and in his desperation to succeed at Liverpool he has caused himself more problems.Despite that, Arne Slot clearly still believes in Kerkez, as evidenced in him starting two of the Reds’ last three Premier League matches.Still so young, it seems inconceivable that Slot or anyone at the club will write their new signing off without much more football under his belt.Riise’s advice is good, and Kerkez should take it on board, but the signs that he is learning are there, and it would be a surprise if he does not now kick on from here.