Scott? Wilson? Diomande? - your thoughts on squad revamp

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We asked for your views on how the squad should be revamped ahead of Andoni Iraola's imminent appointment as Liverpool boss. Specifically we wondered what names would help him implement his style of play.
Here are some of your comments:
Alan: I think Adam Scott is one of the outstanding young players in the Premier League. I've watched him at Bournemouth many times since he arrived there and his composure, stamina, range of clever passing, his dribbling skill, alongside an ability to score goals, makes him a classy midfielder. He's surely going to play for a big club soon - Liverpool should seek to buy him quickly. It would be a smart move.
Nnamugala: A defensive midfielder is most specially needed in this system he plays. If the high press backfires, there needs to be a natural defensive person to help out before chaos. It's unlikely he'll trust Wataru Endo for this, but if he can, he's a good fit there. Other areas can be filled in perhaps, but think this should be top priority. If it's not, then Ryan Gravenberch's instructions have got to change, because seemingly he's sort of an eight, loves going forward, yet there's no one to stay there.
James: I would look to bring in Julian Alvarez but as a right forward. His pressing would help Liverpool. To lower the price with Atletico Madrid, trade in Alexis Mac Allister as we will need a new midfield who can cover more ground.
Ian: Bring back Harry Wilson! He left the club after many years without really making the impression he could have. He learned his trade elsewhere and was truly a standout performer for Fulham last season. He has all the attributes now to make himself a cult figure for Liverpool under the new attack-minded management team.
Vinny: Liverpool should look to strengthen key areas of the squad this summer. Nico Schlotterbeck would be an excellent addition at centre-back, while Joaquin Seys could provide valuable cover at right-back given the injury concerns surrounding Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong and Joe Gomez. In midfield, Mateus Fernandes would add energy and quality. Further forward, Liverpool should target Yan Diomande and Nico Williams, both of whom would bring pace, directness and attacking threat. With Hugo Ekitike currently injured, a loan move for Endrick could be an ideal short-term solution until he returns to full fitness.
Ken: I'd bring in Kayode at right-back - he has an engine, very good fitness record, is Premier-League ready, and would also bring with him one of the best long throws (an area of the game that Liverpool need to develop). Lamine Camara and Mamadou Sangare in midfield. Both are dynamic and would bring a fine balance to the squad. Yan Diomande, Jarrod Bowen, Bradley Barcola/ Crysencio Summerville in the forward positions. Pace and intensity in transitions is needed and these players would bring that in abundance. I believe they would transform this Liverpool squad after a proper pre-season to set a high base level of fitness with the remaining squad. However, it would require an outlay of around £300m to bring in the aforementioned players but that could be partially offset by sales starting with the likes of Cody Gakpo and Alexis Mac Allister. The wages of Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate are off the books so will create sufficient space in the budget. I hope Richard Hughes is reading this!