Chelsea push to sign Alex Scott as Liverpool and Arsenal watch
Chelsea are leading the chase for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, according to a report by The Telegraph's Matt Law, with Liverpool and Arsenal also keen.
Chelsea are pushing to sign Alex Scott, the 23-year-old Bournemouth midfielder, according to a report by Matt Law of The Telegraph. Liverpool and Arsenal are also showing strong interest.
What is being reported?
- Chelsea are leading the race for the player, per the report.
- Bournemouth turned down approaches from Chelsea in the summer window.
- Bournemouth have reportedly insisted Scott will not leave in January.
- Chelsea are said to be ready to wait until the summer if a January move fails.
- Liverpool and Arsenal are interested, with Tottenham also mentioned among the clubs keen.
Why Scott?
Scott made his first England start in the 7-0 win over Croatia, and manager Thomas Tuchel reportedly described him as the "complete package".
Status of the story
This is reported, not confirmed. Neither Chelsea, Bournemouth nor the player has commented, and we have left out fee and contract figures because sources disagree on them.
What happens next?
All eyes turn to the January window to see whether Bournemouth will negotiate or hold on to the player until the summer.
Related links
Sources: Matt Law (The Telegraph), as relayed by Last Word on Sports, Sportskeeda and OneFootball. Not officially confirmed.
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