Flashscore sources: Bournemouth expecting fresh Chelsea approach for Alex Scott

[p]There was significant interest in [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/player/scott-alex/boFdbMyt/"]Scott[/a] over the summer, with the player himself open to the possibility of taking on a new challenge.[/p][p][b]However, [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/team/bournemouth/OtpNdwrc/"]Bournemouth[/a] maintained a firm stance over his valuation.  The club believe Scott is heading towards the £100 million bracket, in line with the level of fees seen for other Premier League midfielders this summer.[/b][/p][p][a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/team/chelsea/4fGZN2oK/"]Chelsea[/a] remained in regular contact over a potential deal but never indicated they were prepared to meet that valuation.[/p][p]Scott was regarded as a top target, but Chelsea were forced to explore alternatives as the likelihood of [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/player/fernandez-enzo/nZnbEVWP/"]Enzo Fernandez[/a] leaving for [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/team/manchester-city/Wtn9Stg0/"]Manchester City[/a] increased.[/p][p]They believed they had identified an ideal replacement in Lamine Camara, only for that deal to collapse on deadline day and leave Chelsea scrambling for alternatives.[/p][p][b]It has since emerged that Sander Berge, Lucas Bergvall and James Garner were among the midfielders considered as potential back-up options. [/b][/p][embed guid="a3db84c4-b5fb-4d69-9e43-ce352f21d305" url="https://x.com/TheBlueDodger/status/2095849506822619480" social-type="twitter" /][p]However, with Fernandez eventually completing a £125 million move to Manchester City, Chelsea ended the window with one fewer midfield option than planned.[/p][p]Internally, Chelsea are maintaining a calm stance over the situation. Nevertheless, the club are expected to make a significant midfield signing in 2027.[/p][p]Whether that comes in January or during next summer's transfer window is likely to depend on how circumstances develop over the coming months.[/p][p][b]Bournemouth sources, meanwhile, expect further contact from Chelsea regarding Scott.[/b][/p][p]The additional time should allow Chelsea to map out their next approach more clearly and determine the best way to structure a deal for the midfielder.[/p][p]Given the level of attention Chelsea have already given to Scott, Bournemouth will be prepared for renewed contact. However, they will continue to push for a fee that reflects what they regard as his market value, particularly in light of the significant sums Premier League clubs have paid for midfielders recently. [/p][infobox id="f961102e-920a-4281-b5f2-f996852544cf" /]