Bournemouth Opinion: Why the Cherries should go for Marcus Tavernier?
According to a report from the Daily Mail, Bournemouth are keen on Middlesbrough starlet Marcus Tavernier.
Marcus Tavernier, 20, has enjoyed an impressive season in the Championship under Tony Pulis. The England U20 international has scored three goals in 20 league games for Middlesbrough from his favoured role on the left-wing this campaign.
And the 20-year-old’s performances have caught the attention of Bournemouth, who are weighing up potential replacements for Ryan Fraser, adds the report.
After a strong season at the Vitality Stadium, Ryan Fraser has attracted a lot of interest from English clubs, including Newcastle United. The diminutive Scotsman has netted seven goals and assisted 14 times in the Premier League this season.
His departure at the end of the season will leave a huge void in the Bournemouth squad which Eddie Howe will need to fill ahead of the 2019/20 campaign.
Can Marcus Tavernier replace Fraser at Bournemouth next season? He definitely has the potential to achieve bigger things and Eddie Howe should definitely make a move for the 20-year-old in the summer.
Howe has forged a reputation of snapping up highly-rated youngsters from lower divisions of English football in recent years, with the likes of Callum Wilson, David Brooks and Chris Mepham stand as glaring examples. Just like Fraser, Brooks has been fantastic for the Cherries, quickly adapting to the demands of the Premier League.
Tavernier is a raw player but there are bags of potential in him. The 20-year-old is a versatile wide-man, who can operate on either wing or also play as a left-back, if required.
He has also played in central midfield for Middlesbrough, thus, giving any manager the tactical flexibility. Very quick off the mark, the 20-year-old combines his explosive pace with impressive close control and dribbling skills, making him very hard to defend against.
The England U20 international is direct in his approach and possesses a lethal left foot, with which he can deliver tantalizing crosses into the box and fire shots on goal from distance. Furthermore, Tavernier’s work ethic, pace and versatility make him an asset both offensively and defensively.
Conclusion
Bournemouth need reinforcements to challenge for top eight and Howe needs to recruit players that fit his style of play, which is why Tavernier is the perfect target.
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The youngster has his best years ahead of him and under a manager like Howe, he can definitely fulfill his massive potential. Hence, the Cherries should go all out to sign Tavernier this summer.
