Chelsea ‘front of queue’ in Alex Scott transfer race

Chelsea are at the forefront of the transfer race to sign midfielder Alex Scott from Bournemouth. The 22-year-old England international impressed during the recent international break, helping England secure a 7-0 victory over Croatia. Despite Bournemouth rejecting Chelsea's £64 million offer in the summer transfer window, the Premier League champions remain keen on securing Scott's signature.

According to The Telegraph, Chelsea are currently "at the front of the queue" for the 22-year-old, who has also played under Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola before Iraola joined Liverpool in June. Chelsea see Scott as an ideal replacement for Enzo Fernandez, who moved to Manchester City for a club-record £125 million during the January transfer window. Chelsea's pursuit of Scott has gained traction, despite competition from Liverpool.