Liverpool Fans in Complete Agreement About Milos Kerkez vs Burnley: 'Genuinely Been…'

Liverpool supporters have united in praise for left-back Milos Kerkez ahead of the Reds' Premier League clash against Burnley at Anfield on January 17, 2026. The Hungarian defender starts in Arne Slot's lineup, which features six changes from the FA Cup win over Barnsley, including returns for Alisson Becker, Ibrahima Konate, Ryan Gravenberch, Florian Wirtz, and Hugo Ekitike.[2]

Kerkez, who has started six of Liverpool's last seven league games, earned Carlsberg Player of the Match honors for his performance in the goalless draw at Arsenal. Fans are buzzing about his selection over Andy Robertson, with social media ablaze over his growing influence. "Genuinely been class," one supporter tweeted, echoing a consensus that Kerkez brings dynamism and defensive solidity to the left flank.[3]

In a pre-match interview, Kerkez highlighted the squad's high energy and positivity, noting their 11-game unbeaten run across competitions. "We are positive, the energy is really high... We want to win more," he said, emphasizing preparations to break down Burnley's low block, similar to their earlier 1-0 win at Turf Moor via a late Mohamed Salah penalty.[3]

Liverpool, sitting 10-5-6 with 35 points and chasing a first league win of 2026 to bolster their top-four position, face a struggling Burnley side (3-4-14, 13 points) under Scott Parker. Slot's full squad, minus long-term absentees Alexander Isak, Conor Bradley, and Giovanni Leoni, is primed for victory. The lineup: Alisson; Konate, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Wirtz, Ekitike, among others.[2][4]

Supporters agree Kerkez's crosses, quick one-twos, and distance shooting will unlock Burnley. Early match action saw Jeremie Frimpong's shot blocked from a Kerkez cross, signaling intent. Fans chant: Kerkez is the future.[5]

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