Liverpool given fresh hope over January raid for £100m wizard who Andoni Iraola dubbed ‘amazing’

Liverpool have reportedly received fresh hope regarding a potential January transfer for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. According to BBC Sport, Bournemouth are now open to selling the 23-year-old on a permanent deal if a suitor meets their £100m valuation. Liverpool are considered to be in a strong position due to head coach Andoni Iraola's past relationship with the club and player, though Chelsea also retain an interest.

Scott has rejected two contract extension offers from Bournemouth and is actively pushing to leave the Vitality Stadium. The Empire of The Kop argues that Liverpool should leverage Iraola's ties with the midfielder to negotiate a deal, suggesting Bournemouth may eventually accept a lower fee given the player's contract situation.