Michael Carrick confirms Liverpool deadline has passed as Reds make transfer decision on winger
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Michael Carrick has revealed that Ben Doak will remain at Middlesbrough for the rest of the season, after the Liverpool loanee was linked to a January transfer. The Boro boss declared that the Reds' opportunity to make use of a recall clause in Doak's loan deal has now passed. Liverpool are said to have rejected bids from Ipswich Town and Crystal Palace already for the Scotland international, while Bournemouth had also been touted as a potential suitor.
The 19-year-old joined Middlesbrough on loan in the summer and has impressed during his time at the Riverside. Doak has scored three goals and provided six assists in his first full season of senior football. Carrick is pleased to have retained Doak's services for the coming months. The former Manchester United midfielder talked up his charge's abilities after netting against West Bromwich Albion on Tuesday.
"The deadline has passed for Ben," said Carrick. "I said all along I was calm!. "Obviously we’re really happy he’s here, but genuinely, it hasn’t been a big thing for us. He showed again tonight how dangerous he is and then scored a terrific goal. It’s something he can do a little bit more, come inside onto his left foot, because it’s something he’s good at as well. I’m delighted with it.
"He’s got that weapon and unique threat. The way he plays the game, everyone has their own strengths, but the way Ben plays the game, he’s always in the game and always a threat. We’re obviously happy he’ll be staying here. He’s a big role and he’ll continue to do that for the time that he’s here.".
