Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball.LondonUnverified source· 9 Sept 2026
Chelsea warned on Alex Scott as Alonso faces midfield fix
Chelsea missed out on a replacement for Enzo Fernandez, and now a warning has been issued over a top target.
A. Scott
player
Player
Alex Scott
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Bournemouth
Linked club
Chelsea
Reported fee
£64m bid rejected
What happened. Chelsea had a £64m bid for Bournemouth's Alex Scott rejected, and he has been warned he could be a liability out of possession.
- Scott's contract at Bournemouth expires in June 2028.
- He turned down an extension offer in July.
- Danny Murphy tipped him to step up if he improves.
“Alex Scott could be a liability out of possession for Chelsea.”
— Danny Murphy
Chelsea still need a midfielder after Fernandez's exit, with Xabi Alonso facing a dilemma.
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