Liverpool news: Bargain World Cup hero eyed as path opens to £80m Andoni Iraola transfer reunion

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Liverpool's transfer odds have taken a serious turn for the better as Andoni Iraola chases a World Cup icon, while the possibility of an emotional reunion has emergedTransfer season is picking up at Anfield despite the fact Andoni Iraola's Liverpool are no longer in the building. Latest Reds news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageReds compete for World Cup hero TorresFerran Torres is reportedly being lined up for a return to the Premier League if Liverpool get their way.

The news comes on the back of Spain's extra-time triumph over Argentina in Sunday's World Cup final, where he scored the only goal.Barcelona winger Torres came off the bench to power La Roja over the finish line in New Jersey and write his name in the history books. Meanwhile, Torres would arguably be a more natural fit given he's more accustomed to playing on the right flank, which is where the Reds have a Salah-shaped void.It's been so long since Torres spent 18 months at Manchester City before departing for Barca in January 2022, yet he's still in his prime years after turning 26 in February.

Add to that his advantage in experience having already played in the Premier League and his signature suddenly becomes that much more desirable.Alex Scott reunion pathway clearedAlex Scott's chances of securing a move away from Bournemouth have increased after he turned down a new contract. The new Liverpool chief has spoken highly of Scott in the past and would possess a key advantage in any bidding war to snag his services.Sky Sports News reported Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea are ahead of Liverpool in the hunt.