Ben Doak Completes Medical Ahead of Bournemouth Move

Ben Doak is about to join Bournemouth after completing his medical. The winger is leaving Liverpool for a £25 million transfer fee. Liverpool has a buy-back clause to bring him back in the future.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Bournemouth agreed to sign the 19-year-old winger from Liverpool for £25 million. This comes after days of talks between the clubs. Doak completed his medical and will soon sign a long-term contract. He was on loan at Middlesbrough last season, where he scored three goals and had seven assists in the Championship. He also made 10 appearances for Liverpool. Bournemouth beat interest from Leeds and West Ham to get him. Liverpool will include a buy-back option in the deal.

WHY ARE BOURNEMOUTH INVESTING IN DOAK?

Bournemouth are making big moves this summer after losing several players, including Dango Ouattara, who joined Brentford for £42.5 million. The team has spent nearly £200 million on new players to improve their squad for the Premier League season. As per reports, manager Andoni Iraola wants a stronger attack and hopes Doak will add speed and creativity on the wing. Bournemouth finished 9th in the Premier League last season, matching their highest-ever top-flight finish, and now aim for a top-half finish after their summer changes.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Bournemouth have started their Premier League season with a loss at Anfield, with Liverpool beating them 4-2 and will now be facing Wolves, who also lost their opener to Manchester City. Bournemouth hope Doak can make an immediate impact, especially with new competition in attack. In their season opener, Liverpool faced Bournemouth at Anfield, winning 4-2 and currently sitting at the top of the league table. Liverpool, aware of the buy-back agreement, will watch the Scottish winger’s progress closely, knowing they can bring him back if needed.