Liverpool's young Scottish winger Ben Doak is reportedly on the verge of a permanent transfer to Premier League side AFC Bournemouth in a deal worth approximately £25 million. Reports indicate that Doak was withdrawn from Liverpool's squad for their upcoming match against Bournemouth, a strong sign that negotiations are in their final stages.
The 19-year-old, who joined Liverpool from Celtic in 2022 for a training compensation fee of around £600,000, has been a highly-rated prospect. His departure would represent a significant profit for the Merseyside club.
Doak's future at Anfield has been a subject of speculation, particularly with the arrival of new manager Arne Slot and the existing depth in Liverpool's attacking line, which includes the likes of Mohamed Salah. The young winger spent last season on loan at Championship club Middlesbrough, where he had a productive spell, registering three goals and seven assists in 24 appearances before a thigh injury in January cut his season short. He has since recovered and featured in Liverpool's pre-season.
While Doak has shown flashes of his talent in limited first-team appearances for Liverpool and with the Scotland national team, a move to Bournemouth could provide the consistent playing time he needs to further his development. The Cherries, who recently sold winger Dango Ouattara, have been actively looking to strengthen their attack.
It is understood that Liverpool may seek to include a buy-back clause or a sell-on clause in the deal, allowing them to benefit from his future success. The sale of Doak, along with other recent player departures, will contribute to a significant net profit for Liverpool this transfer window.