Liverpool news: Reds have £55m transfer agreed but Iraola may be denied top target
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08:39, Thu, Jun 11, 2026 Updated: 08:44, Thu, Jun 11, 2026 Andoni Iraola is hoping to strengthen the Liverpool squad (Image: Getty)New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola wants to make his mark in the transfer market. Read our Privacy PolicyExpress Sport brings you the latest Liverpool news...Iraola eyes Cherries raid Among the names believed to feature on Iraola's shortlist is Bournemouth star Alex Scott, who flourished under his guidance.
When asked about Iraola's appointment last week, Scott said: "I think the way we press out of possession is very aggressive, maybe similar to the early Klopp teams Liverpool had, that fierce aggressiveness and pressing with the wingers. Liverpool fans should definitely be so excited."It is yet to be determined whether Bournemouth's £80m valuation prices Scott beyond Liverpool's reach, though relations between the two clubs are understood to be reasonably strong.Sporting director Richard Hughes previously held a position at the Vitality Stadium prior to his move to Liverpool and played a key role in appointing Iraola as well as bringing in Kerkez last summer.Liverpool already have an agreement in place to bring back Jarell Quansah (Image: Getty Images)£55m agreement in placeLiverpool are not panicking about the immediate requirement for a replacement this summer after Ibrahima Konate's departure.
It's understood that the Reds may assess their centre-back options during the window but with numerous other positions to strengthen, young pair Giovanni Leoni and Jeremy Jacquet have a big part to play this season.Another card they hold is the clause included in Jarell Quansah's contract when he departed for Bayer Leverkusen. But considering his homegrown credentials and ability to also play at right-back, it may be a route that Iraola and Liverpool consider towards the conclusion of the window.Quansah disclosed in April that his decision to depart hinged on first-team opportunities, which might pave the way for a comeback should Liverpool offer regular match action.