Liverpool are tracking Bournemouth winger Rayan as a planned long-term successor to Mohamed Salah, with the Anfield club eyeing a move for the Brazilian international in 2027. According to reports by TEAMtalk, Liverpool have made enquiries about the 19-year-old, whose contract contains a £130 million (€153 million) release clause that becomes active in the summer of 2027. Bournemouth consider the player strictly untouchable for the current transfer window, protecting their prized asset who is also drawing interest from Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain.
The Iraola connection and Rayan's rapid rise
The pursuit is heavily influenced by Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola, who previously worked with Rayan at Bournemouth and remains a firm admirer of the young forward. Rayan joined Bournemouth for £24.7 million in January 2026 and adapted immediately to the Premier League, registering five goals and two assists in 15 appearances. His rapid development on the right flank also earned him a place in Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad. With a contract tying him to the South Coast until June 2031, Bournemouth hold immense leverage, meaning any suitor must wait for the release clause to trigger or offer a premium package before 2027.
Strategic planning for Liverpool's post-Salah era
Liverpool’s interest represents advanced squad planning as they prepare for life after Salah on the right wing. Having recently secured Bradley Barcola for the left flank, Anfield decision-makers see Rayan as the ideal profile to complete their long-term attacking line-up. While a £130 million fee would represent an elite-tier valuation, it aligns with recent market trends for world-class young wide players. For now, Liverpool are expected to continue extensive scouting of the Brazilian ahead of a potential formal approach when his release clause becomes active next year.
