Bournemouth Set £100m January Price for England Midfielder Alex Scott
Bournemouth are prepared to consider a January sale of England midfielder Scott, but only if an offer close to £100 million arrives and the club’s league position allows it.
The 23-year-old’s representatives have held a further round of talks with Bournemouth officials, softening a stance that had kept him off the market through the summer and the latest international break. Scott has pushed for a fresh challenge after declining two improved contract proposals late last season.
Conditions attached to January exit
Bournemouth will not allow Scott to leave simply because of the size of a bid. The board and coaching staff want to retain a key midfielder if the side are involved in a relegation fight when the window opens.
- Expected valuation: around £100m.
- Potential departure: January transfer window.
- Key condition: Bournemouth’s Premier League standing at the time of any approach.
- Player affected: Scott, currently sidelined with a thigh problem.
Every club in the Premier League’s traditional Big Six made enquiries during the summer, but Bournemouth refused to break up their core group. The club had previously intended to keep both Scott and Rayan Eli Junior Kroupi until at least 2027.
Chelsea and Liverpool remain in the frame
Chelsea and Liverpool are still leading the chase for Scott, who joined Bournemouth from Bristol City for £25m in 2023. Chelsea were particularly active in the last window, but their bids were rejected.
The biggest Chelsea proposal started at £60m and could have reached £64m through add-ons. Bournemouth believed that package fell well short of their assessment of Scott’s value and England status.
Liverpool have monitored the midfielder for an extended period and could move if they turn that interest into a formal winter offer. Scott is viewed as a possible fit for the system at Anfield, while Andoni Iraola’s connections with the club could also be relevant.
Injury complicates the timetable
Scott now faces at least a month out after suffering a thigh injury on England duty. The problem occurred during England’s 7-0 Nations League win over Croatia.
There is frustration at Bournemouth because Scott reportedly joined up with England carrying minor muscular tightness before the issue worsened during the camp. His absence could affect his fitness and momentum as the January market approaches.
What happens next
- Scott begins rehabilitation, with Bournemouth expecting him to miss at least four weeks.
- Bournemouth’s league position will shape whether a mid-season sale becomes realistic.
- Chelsea, Liverpool and other interested clubs must meet the club’s £100m expectation before a January deal can advance.
