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Alex Scott Transfer from AFC Bournemouth to Arsenal
Fabrizio Romano reports that Alex Scott and his representatives have informed Bournemouth of their intention to reject the club's second contract proposal. According to Sports Illustrated, Arsenal are competing for Scott following his impressive 2025/26 campaign.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Alex Scott and his representatives have informed Bournemouth of their intention to reject the club's second contract proposal. According to Sports Illustrated, Arsenal are competing for Scott following his impressive 2025/26 campaign.
According to Ben Jacobs, Alex Scott has turned down a new contract at Bournemouth following further discussions with the club. Arsenal made enquiries for Scott this summer and were informed that he is not for sale. Bournemouth's valuation of the player is £80m, and interest in him is growing.
According to Ben Jacobs, Alex Scott has turned down a new contract at Bournemouth following further discussions with the club. Arsenal made enquiries for Scott this summer and were informed that he is not for sale. Bournemouth's valuation of the player is £80m, and interest in him is growing.
Arsenal are believed to be competing with Manchester United for Alex Scott's signature. According to The Athletic, Scott has rejected a new contract from Bournemouth, but this does not guarantee a departure this summer. The 22-year-old has a couple of seasons left on his existing contract, and Bournemouth have no intention of selling him ahead of their first European venture. An exceptionally high offer would be required for them to consider selling him. Ben Jacobs reported at the end of May that Bournemouth were confident Alex Scott would sign a contract extension.
Arsenal are believed to be competing with Manchester United for Alex Scott's signature. According to The Athletic, Scott has rejected a new contract from Bournemouth, but this does not guarantee a departure this summer. The 22-year-old has a couple of seasons left on his existing contract, and Bournemouth have no intention of selling him ahead of their first European venture. An exceptionally high offer would be required for them to consider selling him. Ben Jacobs reported at the end of May that Bournemouth were confident Alex Scott would sign a contract extension.
Journalist Ben Jacobs stated that Arsenal are among Alex Scott's main admirers and are now looking at both the Bournemouth player and Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes as priority targets. Jacobs also posted that Bournemouth have been clear with Scott that they do not wish to sell. Jacobs's post also mentioned that a new contract was offered in March/April and that talks are set to continue this summer.
Journalist Ben Jacobs stated that Arsenal are among Alex Scott's main admirers and are now looking at both the Bournemouth player and Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes as priority targets. Jacobs also posted that Bournemouth have been clear with Scott that they do not wish to sell. Jacobs's post also mentioned that a new contract was offered in March/April and that talks are set to continue this summer.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Alex Scott of Bournemouth is one of two midfielders Manchester United are preparing to attempt to sign. According to BBC reporter Nizaar Kinsella, Bournemouth have had direct contact from multiple big clubs, which are thought to be Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City. Kinsella stated that Bournemouth have said Alex Scott is not for sale under any circumstances this summer. Ben Jacobs reported that clubs are still going to challenge Bournemouth’s position in the coming days. Jacobs also wrote that Andrea Berta already made an approach and was told Bournemouth do not want to sell.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Alex Scott of Bournemouth is one of two midfielders Manchester United are preparing to attempt to sign. According to BBC reporter Nizaar Kinsella, Bournemouth have had direct contact from multiple big clubs, which are thought to be Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City. Kinsella stated that Bournemouth have said Alex Scott is not for sale under any circumstances this summer. Ben Jacobs reported that clubs are still going to challenge Bournemouth’s position in the coming days. Jacobs also wrote that Andrea Berta already made an approach and was told Bournemouth do not want to sell.
According to Wheeler, Arsenal appear to be United's main rivals for Scott, but City, Chelsea and Tottenham have also shown an interest.
According to Wheeler, Arsenal appear to be United's main rivals for Scott, but City, Chelsea and Tottenham have also shown an interest.
Arsenal have made new enquiries for Alex Scott as they continue to assess midfield options before the new season. Sources at the Vitality Stadium confirmed that Arsenal were informed Scott is not for sale. Intermediaries involved in discussions believe that while Bournemouth continue to maintain Scott is not available and decline to publicly state a valuation for him, an offer exceeding £80 million would at least lead to serious internal discussions.
Arsenal have made new enquiries for Alex Scott as they continue to assess midfield options before the new season. Sources at the Vitality Stadium confirmed that Arsenal were informed Scott is not for sale. Intermediaries involved in discussions believe that while Bournemouth continue to maintain Scott is not available and decline to publicly state a valuation for him, an offer exceeding £80 million would at least lead to serious internal discussions.
According to Sky Sports, Arsenal and Man Utd are the only serious contenders to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. The 22-year-old has become a serious target now that Mateus Fernandes has been signed by Spurs, but it remains unclear whether a move is feasible this summer.
According to Sky Sports, Arsenal and Man Utd are the only serious contenders to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. The 22-year-old has become a serious target now that Mateus Fernandes has been signed by Spurs, but it remains unclear whether a move is feasible this summer.
Sami Mokbel reports that Arsenal made an enquiry for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, which was rebuffed. Bournemouth has no intention of selling and wants to offer the midfielder a new contract.
Sami Mokbel reports that Arsenal made an enquiry for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, which was rebuffed. Bournemouth has no intention of selling and wants to offer the midfielder a new contract.
The Athletic reported earlier in June that Arsenal added Alex Scott to their shortlist of targets, with the 22-year-old believed to be valued at €92m (£80m) by Bournemouth. FootballTransfers understands that Arsenal are not currently preparing a bid for Scott. According to The Athletic, Bournemouth are very keen to retain Scott this summer.
The Athletic reported earlier in June that Arsenal added Alex Scott to their shortlist of targets, with the 22-year-old believed to be valued at €92m (£80m) by Bournemouth. FootballTransfers understands that Arsenal are not currently preparing a bid for Scott. According to The Athletic, Bournemouth are very keen to retain Scott this summer.
On The Athletic FC podcast, David Ornstein revealed that Arsenal have a strong desire to sign Alex Scott, who is also being discussed at Manchester United. However, Bournemouth have no intention of selling him and are adamant he will stay for the first season of Marco Rose, even for an exceptionally large offer. It was also mentioned that while Bournemouth would like to renew his contract, Scott might not favour an extension if a transfer is possible.
On The Athletic FC podcast, David Ornstein revealed that Arsenal have a strong desire to sign Alex Scott, who is also being discussed at Manchester United. However, Bournemouth have no intention of selling him and are adamant he will stay for the first season of Marco Rose, even for an exceptionally large offer. It was also mentioned that while Bournemouth would like to renew his contract, Scott might not favour an extension if a transfer is possible.
Manchester United have made enquiries for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. The Englishman could be transferred for around £60m, but United are likely to face competition from Arsenal.
Manchester United have made enquiries for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. The Englishman could be transferred for around £60m, but United are likely to face competition from Arsenal.
The potential transfer fee for Arsenal to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott this summer has been reported. Reports last week indicated that Bournemouth's asking price for Scott was at least £80 million. The Mail now claims that Bournemouth will accept a fee closer to £60 million. Scott's current contract is valid until 2028, and progress on a new agreement has not been made. Bournemouth are now managed by Marco Rose, following Andoni Iraola's move to Liverpool.
The potential transfer fee for Arsenal to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott this summer has been reported. Reports last week indicated that Bournemouth's asking price for Scott was at least £80 million. The Mail now claims that Bournemouth will accept a fee closer to £60 million. Scott's current contract is valid until 2028, and progress on a new agreement has not been made. Bournemouth are now managed by Marco Rose, following Andoni Iraola's move to Liverpool.
BBC Sport's Mokbel confirmed that Arsenal certainly have interest in Alex Scott. Mokbel said he understands that other clubs are also making moves to see if it is possible to sign him from Bournemouth this summer, which he understands will be a difficult task. He also stated that he thinks it would take upwards of 70 million (€80m) and that this would perhaps be the minimum that Bournemouth would consider.
BBC Sport's Mokbel confirmed that Arsenal certainly have interest in Alex Scott. Mokbel said he understands that other clubs are also making moves to see if it is possible to sign him from Bournemouth this summer, which he understands will be a difficult task. He also stated that he thinks it would take upwards of 70 million (€80m) and that this would perhaps be the minimum that Bournemouth would consider.
Team Talk reports that Arsenal are working to sign Alex Scott from Bournemouth with a £60m bid before Liverpool.
Team Talk reports that Arsenal are working to sign Alex Scott from Bournemouth with a £60m bid before Liverpool.
Fabrizio Romano stated that Alex Scott remains on Arsenal's shortlist and that conversations are ongoing with the player's agents and with Bournemouth to understand if a deal is possible. Romano also said Arsenal have made some approaches to people close to the player. He mentioned that Bournemouth are offering Scott a new contract that includes a release clause. Separately, The Athletic reported that Bournemouth are attempting to sign Scott to a new deal containing a release clause of roughly £75m. According to that report, failure to agree the new deal could result in Scott changing clubs this summer for about £60m.
Fabrizio Romano stated that Alex Scott remains on Arsenal's shortlist and that conversations are ongoing with the player's agents and with Bournemouth to understand if a deal is possible. Romano also said Arsenal have made some approaches to people close to the player. He mentioned that Bournemouth are offering Scott a new contract that includes a release clause. Separately, The Athletic reported that Bournemouth are attempting to sign Scott to a new deal containing a release clause of roughly £75m. According to that report, failure to agree the new deal could result in Scott changing clubs this summer for about £60m.
Bournemouth are set to offer Alex Scott a new contract that includes an €86 million release clause.
Bournemouth are set to offer Alex Scott a new contract that includes an €86 million release clause.
Arsenal have a strong interest in Bournemouth’s Alex Scott and are considering making an approach for him. Bournemouth do not intend to sell Scott this summer and are in contract talks. A new contract is expected to include a significant release clause, and it is understood that Bournemouth value the player at £80m.
Arsenal have a strong interest in Bournemouth’s Alex Scott and are considering making an approach for him. Bournemouth do not intend to sell Scott this summer and are in contract talks. A new contract is expected to include a significant release clause, and it is understood that Bournemouth value the player at £80m.
With Chelsea no longer competing for Alex Scott, teams like Arsenal should face less competition for the Bournemouth midfielder.
With Chelsea no longer competing for Alex Scott, teams like Arsenal should face less competition for the Bournemouth midfielder.
Arsenal are reportedly interested in a potential transfer for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. The Telegraph reports that Arsenal could be a contender for the England Under-21 international, as the club is looking for midfield signings this summer.
Arsenal are reportedly interested in a potential transfer for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. The Telegraph reports that Arsenal could be a contender for the England Under-21 international, as the club is looking for midfield signings this summer.
TEAMtalk reports that Bournemouth want to reward midfielder Alex Scott with a new contract while there is interest from Arsenal.
TEAMtalk reports that Bournemouth want to reward midfielder Alex Scott with a new contract while there is interest from Arsenal.
According to TEAMtalk, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea are monitoring Bournemouth's 22-year-old midfielder Alex Scott. Bournemouth values the player at £60 million or more and is in a strong negotiating position because his contract is valid until 2028. Liverpool has also monitored him, Tottenham Hotspur reportedly has a long-standing admiration for the player, and Manchester United is reportedly considering a transfer for him in the £40 million category.
According to TEAMtalk, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea are monitoring Bournemouth's 22-year-old midfielder Alex Scott. Bournemouth values the player at £60 million or more and is in a strong negotiating position because his contract is valid until 2028. Liverpool has also monitored him, Tottenham Hotspur reportedly has a long-standing admiration for the player, and Manchester United is reportedly considering a transfer for him in the £40 million category.
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