According to The Scottish Sun, Cardiff City have opened talks regarding a potential move for Elliot Watt and are said to have made enquiries. The report states that Motherwell are not under pressure to sell, but could sell him if their £3m asking price is met, having set the bidding at that figure.

Cardiff City will have to pay £3 million to sign Elliot Watt from Motherwell. The Scottish club is asking for that price for the 26-year-old Scottish midfielder, who is also attracting interest from Celtic and Rangers. A report notes that Rangers' interest dates back to January. Motherwell's negotiating position is strengthened by the player's contract, which could run until 2028 if certain clauses are activated. However, a potential move could be influenced by uncertainty at the club following the departure of manager Jens Berthel Askou to Toulouse. Watt, who joined Motherwell in July 2025 and has been capped for Scotland at U21 level, has a current market value of €2.00m according to Transfermarkt, which is an increase from his €500,000 valuation in January 2026.