Bournemouth have said they are willing to sell England midfielder Alex Scott in the January transfer window, but only if a club offers around £100 million and the team’s league position warrants it. The 23‑year‑old, who has scored seven goals and provided seven assists in 95 appearances for the Cherries, has been keen to leave the club since rejecting two contract extensions at the end of last season. Despite Bournemouth’s earlier stance that Scott was not for sale, the club has now opened the door to a potential move, provided the financial and sporting conditions are met.
The club’s decision follows a summer where several Premier League teams, including the “big six,” expressed interest in the midfielder. Chelsea reportedly made an initial £60 million bid that rose to £64 million in add‑ons, while Liverpool and other clubs were also believed to have approached the player. Bournemouth had previously instructed all clubs not to make offers, but after final talks with Scott’s representatives the club is now willing to consider a sale if the valuation is satisfied. The club has also stated that its position in the Premier League table will influence the decision; a struggle near the bottom could prompt the club to keep Scott to help secure survival.
Scott’s injury situation adds another layer to the decision. He has been sidelined for at least a month with a thigh injury sustained during England’s 7‑0 Nations League win over Croatia. He remains under the contract he signed when joining Bournemouth from Bristol City in 2023 for a £25 million fee, which runs until 2028. The club’s reluctance to sell earlier was partly due to a commitment made at the start of the season that none of its key players, including Scott, Rayan, and Eli Junior Kroupi, would be sold before the summer of 2027.
The Cherries’ willingness to accept a £100 million offer reflects the current market for midfielders, where spending has surged. TransferRoom reports indicate defensive midfielders saw a 191 % rise in spending, reaching €1.38 billion, with the average fee increasing by 156 % to €9.9 million. Bournemouth is hoping to secure a similar figure for Scott, who has become a central figure in the team’s midfield.
With new manager Marco Rose yet to win a league match and the team struggling after a 5‑1 defeat to Chelsea, the club’s outlook remains uncertain. While the prospect of a high‑value sale could bring much-needed funds, the decision will ultimately hinge on the Premier League standings and the financial offer presented in January.