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Josh McCafferty

Former Celtic kid 'targeted' for shock rival transfer

Former Celtic kid Ben Doak is reportedly being targeted for a shock move to Everton. 

The winger departed Glasgow's east end at just 16 for Liverpool. 

Doak has gone on to make 10 senior appearances for the Anfield side since the move but currently finds himself on loan at Championship outfit Middlesbrough. 

David Moyes, who is in charge at Goodison Park, however, has made Doak a 'key' Everton target ahead of the summer transfer window, claims SunSport


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His services are said to be available for around £25m, with Bournemouth also 'keen'. 

While Liverpool may prefer the 19-year-old to move to the south coast instead of across the city, the player will have a 'major' say on his own future. 

Doak starred for Scotland's senior team during the November international break last year. 

He is currently out injured, however, after having to undergo surgery following a thigh injury. It remains to be seen whether he'll be fit to play before the end of the season. 

When he has taken to the field for Middlesbrough, though, he has caught the eye, scoring three goals and assisting a further seven in 24 English Championship appearances this season. 

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