Liverpool's young winger Ben Doak is reportedly on the verge of a £25 million move to Bournemouth. The 19-year-old Scotland international, who joined Liverpool from Celtic for a mere £600,000 in 2022, is set to provide the Reds with a significant profit. This potential transfer follows a season where Doak's opportunities at Anfield were limited due to injuries and the outstanding form of Mohamed Salah.
Why Bournemouth?
Bournemouth's interest in Doak comes as they prepare for Dango Ouattara's potential £42.5 million move to Brentford. Manager Andoni Iraola, having recently secured the signing of French centre-back Bafode Diakité, is now focused on bolstering his attacking options. The arrival of Doak may also pave the way for Luis Sinisterra to move on loan to Cruzeiro.
Doak's Liverpool Journey
Initially, Ben Doak's future at Liverpool looked promising under Jürgen Klopp. However, a combination of Klopp's departure, injuries, and Salah's consistent performance led to a situation where Doak needed to seek opportunities elsewhere to reignite his career. He spent last season on loan at Middlesbrough in the Championship, where he made 24 appearances, scoring three goals and providing seven assists, but his season was cut short due to a thigh injury.
What's Next for Doak?
With several Premier League clubs, including Leeds United, Crystal Palace, Wolves, and Everton showing interest, along with potential suitors like Porto, Doak's decision will be crucial. Former Liverpool star Didi Hamann suggests a loan move to Celtic could be beneficial, offering him regular playing time. However, the allure of the Premier League, particularly with Leeds United, could also prove tempting.
As Liverpool and Bournemouth prepare to face each other on the opening weekend of the Premier League season, the potential transfer of Ben Doak adds an intriguing layer to the matchup. Will Doak make the move and face his former club so soon?