Bournemouth is preparing for another significant player sale following a strong ninth-place finish in the Premier League. The Cherries, under the guidance of Andoni Iraola, achieved their highest league position since the 2016/17 season, showcasing several players who are now attracting interest from major European clubs. One such player, Milos Kerkez, has already departed, moving to Liverpool for a reported £40 million. This highly profitable transfer for the club may soon be followed by another.
The player in question this time is Ilya Zabarnyi, a 2002-born defender who has been a cornerstone of Bournemouth`s backline, evidenced by his 36 appearances out of 38 in the recent Premier League season. Tottenham Hotspur has set its sights on him and is reportedly willing to meet Bournemouth`s asking price entirely, offering £61 million for the center-back.
This potential transfer deal was first reported by Caugh Offside, which also mentions Liverpool`s interest in the Ukrainian defender. The Reds are highly active in the transfer market and are exploring options for their defense, given the uncertain situation surrounding Ibrahima Konate, whose contract expires in June 2026, with renewal talks currently stalled and Real Madrid potentially showing interest.
