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Arsenal transfer news: Bournemouth slam door on Arsenal pursuit of Alex Scott
Arsenal transfer news: Bournemouth have flatly rejected an enquiry from Arsenal for midfielder Alex Scott. The message from the South Coast is clear: he is simply not for sale. A report from BBC Sport confirmed the approach, sparking immediate chatter across a transfer window already obsessed with midfield movement. It is a proper spanner in the works for Mikel Arteta’s summer recruitment plans.
Scott is 22. He just wrapped up a brilliant campaign, racking up 35 Premier League appearances and helping the Cherries secure a historic Europa League spot. On paper, three goals and a solitary assist might not make you gasp. Look closer. The boy is a progressive engine, constantly linking phases with sharp turns, quick touches, and direct forward carries. He created 26 key passes last term while keeping his overall passing accuracy at a tidy 84%. He doesn’t just recycle possession sideways; he cuts teams open.
National recognition followed. Thomas Tuchel handed him a senior England call-up back in November, and he spent May in the initial preparation camp ahead of the World Cup. His stock has absolutely soared.
The price tag behind the stand-off
Naturally, the hierarchy at the Vitality Stadium values him highly. The latest whispers suggest a valuation between £60 million and £80 million, a massive jump from the £25 million they paid Bristol City in 2023. Arsenal did hold talks with the player’s representatives, a fact corroborated by Fabrizio Romano. Yet Bournemouth never wavered. Instead of planning an exit, they have been trying to tie him down to a new deal, complete with a hefty release clause. Security, not a sale.
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With other potential Arsenal targets like Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes seemingly moving toward different Premier League destinations, the Gunners face a headache. Replacing Scott won’t be easy. He fits Arteta’s tactical blueprint perfectly, his age is ideal, and his current contract runs until 2028, giving Bournemouth all the leverage. The North Coast club are digging their heels in. Arsenal will have to look elsewhere.
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