Overview
- Reports on Friday say Sky Sports has told outlets that Bournemouth will take offers above £80 million in January if conditions are right after Alex Scott declined a contract extension.
- Scott has roughly 18 months left on his deal which reduces Bournemouth's negotiating leverage and increases the chance they will listen to bids rather than hold out for a summer sale.
- Liverpool and Chelsea are the main clubs linked to Scott with Liverpool portrayed as particularly well placed because of the player's profile and perceived fit under the club's manager.
- Bournemouth had previously resisted sales and been associated with a near‑£100m valuation while Chelsea was reported to value Scott nearer £60m in the summer, showing a wide gap that could shape any negotiation.
- The story remains developing and is based on media reports rather than club statements so the timing, exact fee and whether a midseason move will happen depend on bids, add‑on structures and Bournemouth's league situation.