Bournemouth Block £90m Alex Scott Transfer to Liverpool
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola is targeting Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott in a potential move valued at £90m. However, Bournemouth maintain they will not sell the player during this transfer window.
At 23 years old, the midfielder has developed into a primary target to reinforce Liverpool‘s engine room.
Alex Scott
playerChelsea are also closely monitoring Scott and are considering a major bid to challenge Liverpool for his signature.
Iraola Seeks Re-Union To Drive Anfield Midfield
Having previously coached Scott at Bournemouth, Iraola views the central player as the ideal fit to execute his aggressive tactical system at Anfield. Liverpool face ongoing depth issues in central areas, making Scott the top preference for Iraola’s squad construction.
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clubSelection Battle Alongside Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, and Mac Allister
Scott’s arrival would create direct competition for starting spots alongside Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Alexis Mac Allister. With Liverpool’s existing central options struggling for consistency, Scott would immediately push for starting minutes in Iraola’s preferred lineup.
Bournemouth Hold Firm On £90m Asking Price
| Player | Age | Position | Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Scott | 23 | Midfielder | £90m |
Bournemouth hold a firm stance heading into the final stages of the window and want to keep Scott at the club. Chelsea could force a decision if they meet the full asking price before the transfer deadline. The Independent.