“Would be a very smart signing” – AFC Bournemouth eye Middlesbrough transfer swoop: The verdict

This article is part of Football League World’s ‘The Verdict’ series, which provides personal opinions from the FLW writers regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more…

AFC Bournemouth are said to be interested in a move for Middlesbrough midfielder, Marcus Tavernier.

Scott Parker has led Bournemouth back into the Premier League, whilst Middlesbrough will be looking to build over the summer ahead of an assault on the top-flight under Chris Wilder.

As per The Sun, they want to retain Tavernier, yet the 23-year-old is on Bournemouth’s radar.

Our writers discuss that potential move to the South Coast here:

Marcus Ally  

This would be a very smart signing from the Cherries.

The 23-year-old may be available at a cut price due to only having one year left on his contract and he would combat a problem area of the pitch heading towards 2022/23.

Along with some of the club’s wide players, Emiliano Marcondes flattered to deceive a touch this season, putting a lot of stress on Philip Billing’s shoulders to carry a goal threat to complement that of Dominic Solanke.

Tavernier would add something to this department and some tactical flexibility to Scott Parker with his versatility.

The midfield contingent on the South Coast looks a bit brittle edging towards a Premier League campaign, and signing Tavernier would go some way to addressing that.

Billy Mulley  

This has all the makings of being an excellent move, with Marcus Tavernier showing higher level ability throughout this campaign.

A creative and intelligent player when in the possession, he has the technical ability to match, as displayed by his jinking runs forward and his subsequent ability to carve defences open.

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