are closing on from AZ Alkmaar.
Mail Sport revealed their interest in the Hungary international on July 3 and talks are advancing today over a deal around £18million.
Kerkez, who doesn’t turn 20 until November, has modelled himself on Bayern’s and Theo Hernandez of who he learned from while with the Italian club.
Indeed, it was Paolo Maldini, regarded by many as the greatest left-back of all time, who spotted the potential in Kerkez and called him to join Milan as a 17-year-old.
Bournemouth are close to bringing in Milos Kerkez from Alkmaar for £18 million
The Cherries are also considering a move for Bristol’s Alex Scott after having an initial £15m move rejected
However, despite training with the first team and playing for their reserves, he grew frustrated by a lack of opportunities and though Milan wanted him to be patient and go out on loan, Kerkez asked to leave for Alkmaar.
There he has come to the attention of Benfica and Lazio but has now opted for Bournemouth.
The Cherries are also weighing up another bid for Bristol City’s midfielder Alex Scott after seeing a £15m offer rebuffed.
Wolves have since stepped in with £19m plus add-ons – that was also rejected – and are pushing to sign the ‘Guernsey Grealish’ ahead of their rivals this week.