Liverpool engages Bournemouth's Rayan as potential Salah successor

Liverpool has made inquiries regarding Bournemouth winger Rayan as part of their search for long-term replacements for Mohamed Salah. Head coach Andoni Iraola, familiar with Rayan from their time together at Bournemouth, reportedly rates the 19-year-old highly after his effective debut season. Rayan scored five goals and provided two assists in 13 Premier League starts, earning a place in Brazil's World Cup squad. Despite interest from multiple clubs, including Barcelona and PSG, Bournemouth intends to keep Rayan, who has a release clause that only activates in 2027. Liverpool's strategies also include pursuing other targets like RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande, who seems to favor a move to PSG.

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