Liverpool have reportedly renewed their interest in Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, joining Chelsea in the race for a possible January transfer that could cost around £100million.
The 23-year-old joined Bournemouth from Bristol City for £25million in 2023 and has since become one of the Premier League’s most highly rated young midfielders. According to the i Paper, Liverpool have made contact with Bournemouth as they try to move ahead of Chelsea.
Arsenal have also been linked with Scott, but the report says they are expected to wait until the summer before making a formal move. A January transfer is possible if Bournemouth receive a sufficiently large offer, although the club would prefer to keep the England international until the end of the season.
Bournemouth set a high price for Scott
Bournemouth are understood to value Scott at around £100million. The club have been preparing a new contract offer, but previous reports say the midfielder turned down improved terms as he considers his future.
Scott’s current deal runs until June 2028. Bournemouth’s willingness to sell in January may depend on the size of an offer and their confidence in retaining their Premier League status. Scott is reportedly willing to remain at the club until the summer if no suitable transfer can be agreed.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola knows Scott from their time together at Bournemouth, where the midfielder became an important part of the team. Their relationship could help Liverpool’s case, but Chelsea remain strong contenders after previously pursuing the player.
Lamine Camara remains another Liverpool option
Liverpool are also linked with Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara. Daily Mail reporter Lewis Steele has said Chelsea sources believe Liverpool may already have an agreement in place with the Senegal international. That claim concerns personal terms; a deal between Liverpool and Monaco has not been confirmed.
Camara could become an alternative if Liverpool miss out on Scott. Chelsea were close to signing him before Monaco stopped the move on deadline day, and both clubs are now being linked with the pair of midfielders.
Bournemouth, meanwhile, are reportedly monitoring potential replacements, including AZ Alkmaar’s Kees Smit and Lazio’s Kenneth Taylor. Their recruitment plans could become more significant if Liverpool or Chelsea make a formal offer for Scott in January.
For now, Liverpool’s reported approach puts them back in the contest, but there is no agreement with Bournemouth. A deal will depend on whether any club is prepared to meet the Cherries’ valuation and whether Bournemouth decide they can afford to sell midway through the season.
