Liverpool are considering Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha as an alternative to Bournemouth’s Alex Scott, with the Reds facing significant financial obstacles in their pursuit of the England international.
According to Caught Offside, Liverpool and Chelsea are the leading admirers of Scott, although Bournemouth’s valuation could complicate negotiations ahead of January.
The Cherries reportedly want more than £100million for the 23-year-old, with some sources suggesting a fee between £110million and £115million.
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Liverpool Identify Nmecha as Midfield Alternative
Liverpool are assessing several options, including Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara and Borussia Dortmund’s Felix Nmecha.
The German international is reportedly valued at approximately €90million (£75.9million), making him a potentially more affordable option than Scott.
Nmecha, 26, signed a new Dortmund contract earlier this year, although Liverpool remain interested in his availability.
The midfielder previously spent 12 years in Manchester City’s academy and is reportedly open to returning to English football.
One source told Caught Offside:
“Liverpool know Nmecha well and admire his qualities,”
“While I wouldn’t expect him to be a priority target, he’s someone they’d be ready to turn to if Alex Scott proves too expensive or chooses another option.”
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Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool are looking to strengthen their midfield, with Scott’s Premier League experience making him an attractive target.
Nmecha offers another intriguing possibility, particularly given his physical presence, technical ability and experience in Bundesliga football.
Manchester United and Chelsea have previously monitored the Dortmund midfielder, although neither secured his signature during the summer.
Dortmund maintain that Nmecha is unavailable for transfer, but Caught Offside reports that an offer approaching €90million could…
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