Bournemouth's Alex Scott stance as Liverpool rivals makes fresh transfer contact
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It's claimed that Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, who is a target for both Liverpool and the Merseyside club's Premier League rivals this summer, is not for saleBournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has been linked with a move to Merseyside(Image: Robin Jones - AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is not expected to be for sale this summer.The 22-year-old, who has drawn interest from Liverpool, thanks in part to him having worked under new Reds boss Andoni Iraola during their time on the south coast together, enjoyed an excellent season last term for the Cherries, and has been linked to a number of Premier League sides.With Tottenham having signed Matheus Fernandes from West Ham, and about to finalize the purchase of Sandro Tonali from Newcastle, there is a scarcity of top-quality midfielders available to the Premier League's best this summer, with Scott in high demand.But it's said that the Bournemouth man is not for sale this summer, with the Cherries keen to hold onto Scott for the 2026/27 season, which will see them play in the Europa League.TEAMtalk reports Premier League champion Arsenal recently made an inquiry over Scott, only to be told the midfielder is not for sale. Manchester United has also been linked with Scott, who is also reportedly in talks with Bournemouth over a new long-term deal.With Spurs having paid $112 million (£85 million) for Fernandes, which was a club record deal that will be broken once they confirm the signing of Tonali for an initial $123 million (£92.5 million), which could rise by another $10 million (£7.5 million) in add-ons, the market has been set for Scott.Andoni Iraola could reunite with Alex Scott at Liverpool(Image: (Photo by Charlotte Wilson/Offside/Offside via Getty Images))However, Fernandes was part of a West Ham side that was relegated.
Additionally, despite enjoying a stellar 2024/25 season with the Magpies, Tonali's performances last term for a struggling Newcastle side were hit-and-miss.Given the fees attached to both, it would be safe to assume that Bournemouth would only do business with potential suitors at prices in the ballpark of both Fernandes and Tonali. Next summer could be the year Scott leaves Bournemouth, with it is also reported that the Cherries will include a release clause in his new deal should he agree to terms on a contract extension.Bournemouth's willingness to include that release is significant, as it suggests the Cherries have no intention of selling him this summer, in what will be the club's biggest season after qualifying for the Europa League under Iraola.Liverpool does, however, have an ace in its back pocket regarding Scott, in the form of Iraola, the manager who helped him reach new heights with Bournemouth.Speaking to reporters last month, Scott admitted he believes Liverpool has made an excellent appointment in bringing in the Spaniard to replace Arne Slot."What can Liverpool expect from Iraola?
He is obviously a great manager, you see what we have done as a club at Bournemouth and how we have progressed over the three seasons he was with us," said Scott."I think the way we press out of possession is very aggressive, maybe similar to the early Klopp teams Liverpool had, that fierce aggressiveness and pressing with the wingers."He added: "The manager [Iraola] has been amazing for me, working with me going forward, defensively, being more aggressive, and that is the reason I played most games this season."