Liverpool winger Ben Doak has been linked with a move away from the Merseyside club in recent weeks, with Crystal Palace keen.
Ben Doak is currently on loan at Championship club Middlesborough, and he has impressed with his performances. Crystal Palace are hoping to sign the Scotsman, and they have already failed with an initial offer for him.
According to a report by Give Me Sport, the Eagles are set to lodge a fresh offer to sign the talented younger. The Scottish attacker is valued in excess of £20 million, although Liverpool’s original asking price was higher. It will be interesting to see if the London club can secure an agreement with the Reds.
Ben Doak is highly rated across the country, and he has a bright future. He could develop into a quality player for the Eagles with the right guidance. The 19-year-old is a future prospect, and Crystal Palace would do well to secure his signature. He could easily justify the investment in the long-term.
Crystal Palace could use Doak
Crystal Palace need more attacking quality, and the 19-year-old will add some much-needed cutting edge in the final third. The youngster is versatile enough to operate on both flanks, and he will add goal and creativity to the side. In addition, his pace and ability to take on defenders will add a new dimension to their attack.
It remains to be seen whether Liverpool are ready to let the player move on. He is not a part of their first-team plans, and it would make sense for them to cash in on him, even if reluctantly so. They will look to recoup a substantial amount of money for the player, and Crystal Palace will have to agree to their demands for the move to go through.
The Eagles are lacking quality in the wide areas since the departure of Michael Olise, and Doak could be a quality long-term alternative. The player will be tempted to move to the London club as well. Regular football in the Premier League could accelerate his development and help him fulfil his potential. It would be a major step up in his career, and he will certainly hope that the two clubs can work out an agreement soon.
