Arsenal are actively exploring a move for AFC Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, as Mikel Arteta seeks to reinforce his engine room despite a significant summer outlay.
Arsenal keen on signing Bournemouth’s midfielder Alex Scott
Arsenal Weigh Up £77m Swoop for Bournemouth Midfielder Alex Scott
The Gunners have identified Scott as a prime target and have learned that Bournemouth will demand a fee in the region of €90 million (£77m), plus performance-related add-ons, to sanction a sale. The Cherries are reportedly open to a deal for the right price.
Scott has become a pivotal figure at the Vitality Stadium. The England international has started the season impressively, registering one goal and one assist in his first five Premier League appearances.
His contract runs until 2028, a factor that could compel Bournemouth to cash in next summer rather than risk his value depreciating.
However, Arsenal face a fierce battle for his signature. Manchester United, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur are all monitoring the central midfielder, who earned widespread praise for a standout performance at the Emirates Stadium last season.
His former manager, Andoni Iraola, lauded his development, stating, “Alex has been like this for many months. He was amazing.”
The news comes as Arsenal navigate a challenging period. Following a shock 3-0 defeat to Brighton, summer signing Bruno Guimaraes issued a public apology, admitting the team’s performance was “far off our level.”
With Manchester City now three points clear at the top, Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta are wasting no time in planning for future windows.
Securing a player of Scott’s caliber would signal Arsenal’s intent to compete on all fronts, though the hefty price tag and intense competition mean this pursuit will be anything but straightforward.
