Bournemouth target Liverpool’s Ben Doak in summer transfer move

Bournemouth are reportedly preparing a move for Liverpool attacker Ben Doak as they look to bolster their squad ahead of the upcoming season. The young Scottish forward, currently on loan at Middlesbrough, has impressed during his stint in the Championship, making him a prime target for the Cherries.

Ben Doak has had a solid spell at Middlesbrough, where he has made 24 appearances, netting three goals and providing seven assists. His performances have caught the eye of several clubs, including Bournemouth, whose manager Andoni Iraola is said to be an admirer of the 19-year-old’s talent. With his ability to play on the wing and his pace making him a dangerous attacking threat, Doak has developed significantly during his loan spell, gaining valuable experience at a competitive level.

In addition to his club performances, Doak has also made six appearances for the Scotland national team. His international exposure at such a young age highlights his potential and further cements his reputation as one of Scotland’s most promising young players. With Scotland preparing for future international competitions, Doak’s development will be crucial for the national team’s success in the coming years.

According to The Sun, Bournemouth are eager to secure the services of Doak permanently. The Cherries are looking to strengthen their attacking options, and Doak’s versatility and attacking prowess make him an ideal candidate. However, Liverpool may have different plans for the young forward. Reports suggest that Doak could be used as a bargaining chip in Liverpool’s pursuit of Bournemouth’s left-back, Milos Kerkez.

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Liverpool have identified Kerkez as a top target for the summer transfer window as they aim to reinforce their defensive options. The Hungarian left-back has impressed in the Premier League, attracting interest from several top clubs. The Reds could include Doak in a potential deal to lure Kerkez to Anfield, making the transfer negotiations more complex.

For Bournemouth, signing Doak would be a significant boost to their attacking options, especially with their ambition to establish themselves as a stable Premier League side. Manager Andoni Iraola has a reputation for developing young talent, and Doak could thrive under his guidance.

For Liverpool, cashing in on Doak could help fund their defensive reinforcements while also providing a promising player with the opportunity to gain more first-team experience elsewhere. However, the Reds will have to carefully weigh their options, considering Doak’s potential and whether they might regret letting him go in the future.

With Bournemouth showing strong interest in Ben Doak and Liverpool eyeing Milos Kerkez, this transfer saga could develop into one of the more intriguing deals of the summer. Whether Doak makes a permanent move to the south coast or remains a part of Liverpool’s long-term plans remains to be seen. As the summer transfer window approaches, both clubs will be strategizing their next moves in what promises to be an exciting period for player transactions.

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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.