Liverpool eye Felix Nmecha As Alex Scott fallback

Liverpool are weighing a move for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha after their pursuit of Bournemouth star Alex Scott hit a valuation wall. Bournemouth have set a price of more than £100 million for Scott, prompting the Reds to explore other options.

Why Nmecha has entered the picture

At 26, Nmecha brings size, athleticism and technical quality, traits that could give Liverpool greater physical balance in midfield. He spent his formative years in Manchester City’s academy, giving him a solid grounding in English football before establishing himself in Germany.

His contract with Dortmund runs until 2030 and contains no release clause for January. The Bundesliga club value him at roughly €90‑100 million, equivalent to about £84 million, with a lower €80 million clause only becoming active in 2027.

Market interest and potential impact

TEAMtalk several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham, are monitoring Nmecha, but Liverpool see him as the most viable alternative should the Scott deal collapse.

Dortmund are in no hurry to sell, yet the Reds consider the €90‑100 million price tag a marginally cheaper route than Bournemouth’s £100 million‑plus demand for Scott.

Teammate Nico Schlotterbeck praised Nmecha on Dortmund’s official website, saying the German “can become one of the greats” if he maintains his current level.

For Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp, the choice pits Scott’s Premier League experience against Nmecha’s physical presence and European pedigree. While Scott offers long‑term upside, Nmecha could provide immediate balance at a slightly lower cost.

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