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As per latest transfer news, Chelsea and Liverpool could face a major transfer decision in January as Bournemouth prepare to consider offers for Alex Scott. The England midfielder is attracting interest from top clubs, but Bournemouth are expected to demand a fee of around £100 million before allowing him to leave.
Bournemouth set conditions for Alex Scott’s sale
Bournemouth had been firm about keeping Alex Scott during the summer transfer window. However, the club’s position may have changed after talks with the midfielder’s representatives. As reported by the BBC, Bournemouth could now consider selling him in January if a club meets their £100m valuation.
The Cherries will also consider their position in the Premier League table before making a final decision. If they are close to the relegation zone, they may be more reluctant to lose an important midfielder who could help them stay up.
Scott has reportedly been looking for a move after two contract offers from the Cherries were turned down by him at the end of last season**.** He joined Bournemouth from Bristol City in 2023 for around £25m and remains under contract until 2028.
The club rejected a number of approaches over the summer. Chelsea were among the teams to test Bournemouth’s resolve, with an offer worth £60m and a further £4m in potential add-ons reportedly turned down. Their latest valuation would represent a huge increase on that bid.
Chelsea and Liverpool remain interested in Alex Scott
Chelsea and Liverpool are still believed to be monitoring Scott’s situation. Both clubs could look to strengthen their midfield, but the asking price may make a deal difficult unless they decide he is worth such a major investment.
Chelsea have already shown an interest in signing the 23-year-old, while Liverpool may have an advantage because of manager Andoni Iraola’s links with Bournemouth. His past connections with Scott and senior figures at the club could help Liverpool understand the situation, although they would still need to meet Bournemouth’s demands.
Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham were also linked with Scott during the summer, but they are understood to have moved towards other targets. Their plans could change, though, if the midfielder becomes available at the right time.
Scott’s current injury is another factor for interested clubs to consider. He suffered a thigh problem while playing for England in their 7-0 win over Croatia and is expected to miss several weeks. Any potential move may therefore depend on his recovery as well as Bournemouth’s position in the league.
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Scott’s Bournemouth stats for the 2025/26 season, as per FOTMOB
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Competition Appearances Goals Duels won(%) Defensive contributions
Premier League 37 3 55.6% 387
FA Cup 1 1 25% 1
EFL Cup 1 0 61.5% 5
Bournemouth face a difficult decision
Selling Scott would be a major decision for Bournemouth. The club had planned to keep their key young players, including Scott, Rayan and Eli Junior Kroupi, for the coming seasons. Their willingness to consider a sale shows how much the right offer could influence those plans.
Bournemouth can point to the rising cost of midfielders across European football to support their valuation. Several players in the position have been sold for above £100m, hence the club is seeking a similar fees for Scott.
Scott remains an important player for Bournemouth, and losing him could hurt their chances of improving their league form. With injuries affecting the squad, the club must weigh his value against the money an offer could bring. For Chelsea and Liverpool, signing him may require a bid close to £100m.