Liverpool are facing a significant rebuild after the departure of Mohamed Salah, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the club’s history.
The Egyptian’s final season at Anfield was not his most impressive, yet his legacy at the club remains largely unrivalled among supporters and analysts alike.
The Reds have been actively scouting winger options in recent weeks, with several names emerging as potential candidates to fill the void left by Salah’s exit.
According to The i Paper, Liverpool are among the interested parties looking to sign Bournemouth winger Rayan, who only joined the Cherries from Vasco de Gama in January.
Rayan has made an immediate impact in the Premier League, registering seven goals and two assists across just six months of football in England.
That stunning form earned him a Brazil call-up for the World Cup, announcing him as one of the most exciting attacking talents in the division.
His current release clause at Bournemouth stands at £130 million and is set to come into effect this winter, making any deal a significant financial undertaking for potential suitors.
Liverpool’s position in this race is boosted considerably by the fact that manager Andoni Iraola previously worked with Rayan at Bournemouth in what proved a short but highly productive partnership.
Iraola’s existing relationship with the winger could prove a decisive factor in convincing Rayan that a move to Anfield represents the right next step in his development.
Rayan is considered a strong like-for-like replacement for Salah, possessing electric dribbling, chance creation ability, shooting from range, heading quality, and the kind of pace that unsettles defenders consistently.
Bournemouth may be open to selling the Brazilian before his release clause formally activates, particularly if he has a strong World Cup tournament that pushes his valuation even higher.
From Liverpool’s standpoint, there is also merit in continuing to monitor Rayan’s progress over the coming months before committing fully to a pursuit of the high-value forward.