Chelsea face major obstacle as Bournemouth demand £80m for Alex Scott

Chelsea remain interested in Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, but any move for the England international is likely to prove difficult after the Cherries placed an £80 million valuation on one of their prized assets.

The 22-year-old has attracted significant attention following another impressive Premier League campaign, with Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea all monitoring his situation. However, Bournemouth are determined to keep hold of the midfielder and are preparing to open talks over a new long-term contract. (Talksport)

Chelsea admire Scott’s versatility, technical ability and energy in midfield, qualities that make him an attractive option as the club continues to assess reinforcements ahead of the new season. Despite that interest, no formal bid has been submitted, and Bournemouth have made it clear they are under no pressure to sell. (CaughtOffside)

Reports indicate Bournemouth’s current valuation stands at around £80 million, a figure that has also been communicated to other interested clubs. While that price could eventually change depending on future contract negotiations or developments later in the transfer window, the South Coast club’s priority is to retain Scott rather than cash in this summer. (Talksport)

Chelsea are expected to continue monitoring the situation, but unless Bournemouth soften their stance or negotiations take a different turn, a deal appears unlikely in the immediate future. For now, Scott remains a key player in Bournemouth’s plans, with the club confident they can fend off interest from several Premier League rivals.