With Bournemouth digging their heels in over Scott, who made 39 appearances and scored four goals last season, Arsenal have been forced to explore several other avenues in the market.
The club has reportedly looked into the possibility of raiding Newcastle United for their star midfield pair, Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali, as they desperately seek a marquee signing in that department. Currently, a move for Guimaraes is considered more feasible, as Tonali's hefty price tag is seen as a major stumbling block.