Bournemouth Open to Selling Alex Scott in January Amid Injury Concerns
Bournemouth is considering selling midfielder Alex Scott in January, contingent on their league position and a significant offer, following his injury setback.
Bournemouth Football Club has indicated a willingness to sell midfielder Alex Scott during the upcoming January transfer window, provided certain conditions are met. The 23-year-old player has been keen to leave the Vitality Stadium after rejecting two contract offers at the end of the previous season.
Despite Scott’s desire to depart, Bournemouth had maintained a firm stance against selling him throughout the recent international break. However, following discussions with his representatives, senior sources within the club have revealed that they may reconsider their position if a substantial offer is presented.
Conditions for Sale
One of the primary conditions for Scott’s potential transfer will be Bournemouth’s standing in the Premier League table. If the club finds itself in a precarious position towards the bottom of the league, they may opt to retain Scott’s services to aid in their fight for survival.
This marks a notable change in Bournemouth’s approach, especially considering they rebuffed interest from several clubs during the summer transfer window. Reports suggest that all members of the Premier League’s so-called ‘big six’ had made inquiries regarding Scott, although the club had instructed them not to pursue the player.
Interest from Other Clubs
- Chelsea: The London club had previously made an initial bid of £60 million, which included add-ons, but this was turned down.
- Liverpool: They are believed to maintain a strong interest, aided by manager Andoni Iraola’s connections with Scott and Bournemouth’s leadership.
- Manchester City, Manchester United, and Tottenham: These clubs have reportedly shifted their focus to other targets since the summer.
Scott is currently sidelined for at least a month due to a thigh injury sustained while playing for England in their recent 7-0 victory over Croatia in the Nations League. He remains under the contract he signed upon joining Bournemouth from Bristol City in 2023 for a fee of £25 million, which is set to expire in 2028.
As the January transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Bournemouth’s decision regarding Scott, especially given the implications for their Premier League campaign.
Source: This original report was produced by WTGO Newsroom using verified reporting from BBC Sport.