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Bournemouth boss Marco Rose has said he is “120 per cent” certain that Alex Scott will not be sold this summer, amid strong interest from Chelsea.
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The Blues have made Scott their top target as they look to strengthen their midfield options before the transfer window closes in England next Tuesday.
Chelsea have had three offers rejected by Bournemouth for the 22-year-old, according to The i Paper, ranging from €72million to €79m (£62m to £68m).
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The Cherries have been firm in their stance that Scott will remain on the south coast - a position which manager Rose has now doubled down on.
In quotes carried by Bournemouth Daily Echo’s Alexander Smith, Rose told reporters he was “not just confident, I'm sure” Scott would stay at the club.
And when asked again if he was 100 per cent certain the midfielder would not be on the move, the German replied that he was “120 per cent” sure.
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