Liam Millar, the 24-year-old midfielder currently playing for Basel, is attracting interest from Premier League relegated clubs Burnley and Sheffield United. However, several Championship clubs, including Preston and Sunderland, are also eyeing the Canadian international. Millar spent last season on loan at Preston and impressed with five goals and 13 goal contributions in 35 matches. Despite playing out of position as a wing-back, Millar showcased his versatility and potential.
Having joined Liverpool’s academy at the age of 16, Millar made one appearance for the first team in an FA Cup tie against Shrewsbury in 2020. He then had loan spells at Scottish club Kilmarnock and Charlton before moving to Basel in a £1.3m deal in 2021. Millar’s contract with Basel has one year remaining, which has sparked interest from Vincent Kompany’s side, as well as Sheffield United.
During his loan spell at Preston last season, Millar caught the attention of manager Ryan Lowe, who wants to secure his permanent transfer. However, Lowe acknowledges that competition from Premier League clubs will be fierce, with Burnley and Sheffield United both keen on bolstering their squads for the upcoming season.
It is worth noting that Millar’s impressive performances came while playing out of position as a wing-back. This demonstrates his adaptability and willingness to contribute to the team in any role assigned to him. With his experience in the Europa Conference League with Basel and his successful loan spell at Preston, Millar has proven himself at both domestic and European levels.
While there was no buy option included in Millar’s loan move to Preston, it is clear that he has attracted significant attention from clubs at various levels. The interest from Burnley and Sheffield United, as well as the Championship clubs, highlights Millar’s potential and talent.
As the transfer window progresses, it will be interesting to see where Millar ends up. Whether he stays in Switzerland with Basel, secures a permanent move to Preston, or joins one of the Premier League clubs vying for his signature, Millar’s future looks promising. His versatility, goal-scoring ability, and contributions to the team make him an exciting prospect for any club looking to strengthen their midfield.