Bournemouth’s preference is for a permanent sale of Kieffer Moore this month, rather than a loan deal, according to Alan Nixon. This may come as a setback for Sunderland, Ipswich Town, and Cardiff City, who have all been linked to the Welsh international. Moore is likely to seek more game time in the second half of the season to secure a place in Rob Page’s squad for Euro 2024. However, his high wages are an obstacle to a permanent sale, which could prevent a deal from being struck. Carlton Palmer believes that a loan deal makes sense and praises Moore’s abilities, claiming that any team seeking promotion could benefit from having him on their roster.
Kieffer is hoping to drop down to the Championship to gain more game time and increase his chances of being selected for Wales in the upcoming Euros. However, it may be difficult for Ipswich, Sunderland, and Cardiff to afford his wages and transfer fee. Kieffer’s impressive track record in the Championship, having scored 20 goals for Cardiff, makes him an attractive option for promotion-seeking clubs. It is hoped that Bournemouth will agree to a loan move with a fee in January, which could lead to a permanent deal in the summer if he performs well for Wales.
After losing three out of their last four games, the Bluebirds are now six points away from the play-off positions.
Kieran-McKenna believes that signing Moore on a permanent deal would be a significant financial commitment for a Championship team, and a loan move may be a smarter short-term option. At 31 years old, Moore is unlikely to have any resale value and will demand a high salary. A loan move could help Ipswich gain promotion to the Premier League, but a longer-term contract may not be worth the cost if promotion is not secured. Therefore, clubs are opting for a loan move instead of a permanent deal.
