Liverpool Confirm Ben Doak's £20m Bournemouth Move with Buy-Back Clause

August 19, 2025 – Liverpool FC have announced the permanent transfer of 19-year-old Scottish winger Ben Doak to AFC Bournemouth in a deal worth:
• £20m base fee
• £5m potential add-ons
• Buy-back clause included

Anfield Chapter (2022-2025):
✓ Signed from Celtic aged 16 (£600k)
✓ Made senior debut at 17 years, 363 days
✓ Total appearances: 10 (all comps)

Development Loan (2024/25):
• 24 Championship games for Middlesbrough
• 3 goals & 7 assists
• Key role in Boro's promotion push

The Scotland international becomes Bournemouth's record signing for a teenager as they continue investing in young talent. Liverpool's inclusion of a buy-back option maintains future control over the rapid winger's development.