Bournemouth open to selling Scott for £100m in January
Retold by Oddsrama · 13 October 2026
Bournemouth have signalled they're ready to let Alex Scott leave in the January transfer window—but only if the price is right. The 23-year-old England midfielder has been angling for a move since turning down contract extensions last summer, and after fresh talks with his representatives, the club has made a dramatic U-turn. The Cherries will listen to offers around £100m, marking a significant shift from their stubborn stance just months ago when they rejected interest from virtually every heavyweight in the Premier League.
The catch? Bournemouth's league position matters. If they're floundering near the relegation zone come January, the club may decide Scott is too valuable to let go and that they need him to fight for survival. That scenario could affect how seriously clubs pursue the deal, and bettors should watch Bournemouth's form carefully—a poor run could make Scott untouchable regardless of the bid. Chelsea tested the waters with £64m including add-ons in summer and face competition from Liverpool, who hold an advantage through manager Andoni Iraola's connections at Bournemouth.
There's added frustration at the South Coast club after Scott picked up a thigh injury on England duty and faces six weeks out. That layoff could complicate any January move, though it won't deter genuine suitors. Scott remains on a long-term deal signed when he joined from Bristol City in 2023 for £25m, and Bournemouth are banking on the midfielder market's sky-high inflation to justify their £100m asking price. Three players have already smashed the nine-figure barrier in that position this year, and the Cherries reckon Scott is cut from the same cloth.
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