Alex Scott out for up to two months after quad injury

Chelsea are leading the charge to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, according to The Telegraph. The Premier League club had previously made a £60 million bid for the player last summer, which was turned down. Despite Bournemouth's reluctance to let go of their valuable asset, Chelsea remains interested in bringing him to Stamford Bridge this winter.

Scott's current contract expires in June 2028, and he has rejected several extension offers from Bournemouth. With his contract set to end, the club may be left with limited options if the 23-year-old remains unswayed. Chelsea is targeting a midfield reinforcement after selling Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City earlier in the summer.

The Englishman sees Scott as an ideal candidate, praising his exceptional press resistance and ball-carrying skills. Liverpool and Arsenal have also shown interest in the England international. At just 23 years old, Scott has already left a lasting impact on the Premier League, featuring in 37 league games last season and helping Bournemouth secure a sixth-place finish – their best position in 127 years. He made his England debut this past Saturday, impressing in a 7-0 victory over Croatia.