Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe has spoken about the fee that it cost his side to sign Dominic Solanke.

Many fans were surprised the Cherries had forked over £17.5 million for a player who has not played a Premier League game this season.

Solanke only has one goal in 27 appearances for Liverpool, but he has shown a lot of promise at youth level.

When asked about Solanke, Howe said to the Daily Echo: "It's a lot of money across the board now whenever you sign players.

"But you look at his international record and what he is doing there. He is one of the most talented young strikers in the country, there is no doubt about that.

"It's a case of the club having a long-term vision and investing in young players. It's a transfer policy we have kept and will try to maintain.

"You need finances to make those things happen. Coveted young players aren't cheap but, hopefully, the club will see the benefit in the long term."