Robertson over Kerkez for the Merseyside derby as Slot weighs his options
Robertson looks the safer bet for the Merseyside derby.
The cauldron of Anfield rewards reliability over risk taking.
Slot is unlikely to start Milos Kerkez against Everton after a difficult display against Burnley.
Kerkez was booked for diving and narrowly avoided a second yellow after fouling Jaidon Anthony, then was substituted for Robertson after 38 minutes at Turf Moor.
Robertson started the midweek game, which will test the youngster’s path into Slot’s plans.
Kerkez has an experienced mentor in Slot, but he will have to wait to win a starting place.
In Slot’s view the game is about shape, guts, and territory.
A high line at Anfield would be criminal negligence from a rookie left back.
Rivals? West Brom for life. Any southern side that treats Wolves as a temporary inconvenience should beware the counter punch.
This one is about shape and discipline, not showy footwork, and the truth of a manager who can marshal a unit when it matters.
Robertson is the safer derby pick and Kerkez still has to prove himself.
Slot will prioritise structure over flash and may delay the youngster’s breakout.
West Brom for life; and any southern side that treats Wolves as a mere obstacle should be wary.
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