Manchester United and Chelsea are competing to sign Alex Scott after Bournemouth revealed their asking price for the midfielder. The Red Devils are looking to strengthen their midfield as key players prepare to leave.
Key points
Manchester United and Chelsea are rivals for Alex Scott's signature
Bournemouth has revealed their asking price for Scott
United are prioritizing midfield reinforcements
Casemiro is set to leave Manchester United
INEOS aims to improve the team's performance
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Alex Scott: Chelsea rival Man United after Bournemouth reveal price
Manchester United are braced for a battle with Chelsea to sign Alex Scott after Bournemouth’s asking price for their midfielder has emerged, according to a new report.
Under the Radar
The Red Devils are prioritising an overhaul of their stalling engine room this summer as Casemiro is set to leave and Manuel Ugarte may be heading out with the Brazilian through the exit door. INEOS are aiming to replicate their trick of fixing the misfiring forward line from last summer by targeting Premier League-proven operators.
Elliot Anderson is the primary target, while options such as Carlos Baleba, whom United tried to sign last year, Adam Wharton and Sandro Tonali are also high on the radar. But , Bournemouth’s 22-year-old maestro, is another name on the wish list at Old Trafford who is going under the radar ahead of a potential exit from the Vitality Stadium.
Q&A
What is Bournemouth's asking price for Alex Scott?
Bournemouth's specific asking price for Alex Scott has not been disclosed in the report.
Why are Manchester United looking to sign Alex Scott?
Manchester United are seeking to strengthen their midfield due to the impending departures of key players like Casemiro.
Which teams are interested in Alex Scott?
Both Manchester United and Chelsea are interested in signing Alex Scott from Bournemouth.
What changes are expected in Manchester United's midfield?
Manchester United are expected to undergo a midfield overhaul, with Casemiro and potentially Manuel Ugarte leaving the team.
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The England under-21 international has made 35 appearances in all competitions for the Cherries, scoring four times and assisting once in a breakout season on the south coast. It is his all-round play which has really caught the eye, however, as he functions as the connector between defence and attack for Andoni Iraola’s side.
An imperious performance at the Emirates to blow apart the title race between Arsenal and Manchester City showcased his skillset, as he helped Bournemouth outplay the Gunners on their home turf before scoring a superb winner late on to make it 2-1.
Alex Scott stats vs Arsenal
While Scott’s technically sound and tactically strong profile is increasingly common among English midfielders, it remains one more typically reserved for a Spanish or Italian playmaker – and explains why Chelsea are prepared to go toe to toe with United for his signature this summer.
Chelsea vs United
Sources reveal Chelsea want Scott as part of a “long-term strategy of building a strong English core in midfield”, as per Caught Offside. The Guernsey native is considered an “attractive addition” at Stamford Bridge, while he is similarly admired at Old Trafford.
“Man United…are also exploring ways to refresh their midfield, especially as they plan for the gradual transition away from experienced players like Casemiro.
“Among Bournemouth supporters, Scott is widely viewed as the future face of the club, a player many believe could one day captain both club and country. Yet there’s also a realistic understanding that exceptional performances eventually attract attention from bigger sides.”
Bournemouth are no strangers to top clubs looking to sign their best players, having lost Antoine Semenyo to Manchester City in January and almost their entire backline last summer. There is always a price the south coast club will have in mind, with sources suggesting “offers in the region of £50 million could start serious discussions, with the total potentially climbing toward £60-65 million if multiple clubs enter the race.”
Final Thoughts
While this is a steep price, it still comes in far below the expected figures for targets such as Anderson or Tonali, potentially enabling Scott to be the second recruit in midfield to bolster a higher-profile target as first choice.
United have also been strongly linked with a number of the Englishman’s teammates, including Marcos Senesi, Tyler Adams, Marcus Tavernier and, in particular, French starlet Eli Kroupi Junior.
The 19-year-old forward is enjoying a meteoric rise after a stellar debut campaign in England, becoming the first teenager in over two decades to hit double figures in the Premier League. United are understood to be hot on his heels as a potential replacement for Joshua Zirkzee, with Kroupiopen to the switch.
