Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationCaughtOffsideUnverified source· 27 Aug 2026
Chelsea eye Alex Scott as Enzo Fernandez replacement
With Enzo Fernandez linked to Man City, Chelsea line up a late move for Bournemouth's Alex Scott.
A. Scott
player
Player
Alex Scott
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Bournemouth
Linked club
Chelsea
What happened. Chelsea are preparing for the possibility of losing Enzo Fernandez and have identified Bournemouth's Alex Scott as a leading replacement candidate.
- Manchester City remain interested in Fernandez and expected to make a late attempt.
- Chelsea prefer to keep the 25-year-old, but their stance could change.
- Scott is a leading candidate to replace Fernandez if he leaves.
A potential transfer could hinge on Man City's late bid for Fernandez before the deadline.
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