Former Celtic winger Ben Doak reportedly could be set for a shock switch across Merseyside, with Everton reportedly eyeing a summer move for the 19-year-old Scotland international.
The Toffees, now under the leadership of David Moyes, are preparing for a major rebuild ahead of the 2025/26 campaign as they prepare to move into their new Bramley Dock stadium. As part of that rebuild, Sky Sports report that Moyes has identified Doak as a key target to inject pace and directness into his wide options.
Soccer Football – Scottish Premiership – Celtic v Dundee United – Celtic Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain – January 29, 2022 Celtic’s Ben Doak Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff
Doak’s journey has been closely followed by Celtic fans since he left the Hoops for Liverpool in March 2022, aged just 16. Despite making a senior debut under Jurgen Klopp later that year, first-team opportunities have been limited for the winger at Anfield. He featured occasionally under Klopp and has yet to make an impact under new boss Arne Slot.
A potential move to Everton would be particularly eye-catching. Not only would it be a rare direct switch, but it would also be the first since Gary Ablett made the move from Anfield to Goodison back in 1992. If it goes through, it would be a significant moment for both Merseyside clubs—and another chapter in the development of a player once hailed as one of Celtic’s brightest young talents.
The winger’s stock rose during a loan spell at Middlesbrough in the Championship last season, where he impressed under Michael Carrick. However, a thigh injury requiring surgery cut his campaign short in early February, ruling him out for the remainder of the season.
Now back in recovery, Doak is reportedly valued around £25 million by Liverpool. Interest from Crystal Palace and Ipswich emerged in January, but the decision was made to keep him at Middlesbrough at the time.
Soccer Football – UEFA Nations League – Group A1 – Croatia v Scotland – Maksimir Stadium, Zagreb, Croatia – October 12, 2024 Scotland’s Ben Doak in action with Croatia’s Borna Sosa and Josko Gvardiol REUTERS/Antonio Bronic
A move to Everton would mark a bold switch given the fierce rivalry on Merseyside, but it would also represent a significant opportunity for the Ayrshire-born talent to cement himself in the English top flight.
For Celtic supporters, the potential transfer serves as another reminder of the academy’s ability to produce elite-level talent—even if their full potential is realised away from Glasgow’s East End.
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