UMVA has learned that Bournemouth are determined to retain one of their most prized young midfielders this summer, and they're willing to do whatever it takes to keep him.
The Cherries value Alex Scott at a whopping £80m, with owner Bill Foley keen to keep him at the club. This stance comes as no surprise, given Bournemouth's recent surge in ambition and their newfound reputation as a team that won't sell key players at the first sign of pressure.
According to information obtained by UMVA, Bournemouth are planning to offer Scott a new contract, potentially including a release clause, similar to the approach they took with Antoine Semenyo before his move to Manchester City. This move is seen as a clever tactic to protect the club's interests while providing the player with a clear future pathway.
Liverpool and Man United remain strongly interested in signing Scott, while Tottenham also hold him in high regard. The interest from these top clubs has grown exponentially after a stellar season from Scott, who has established himself as one of Bournemouth's standout players.
The link to Liverpool makes sense, given that new head coach Andoni Iraola knows Scott well from his time at Bournemouth. Meanwhile, United are rebuilding their midfield under Michael Carrick and have been linked with several young Premier League midfielders.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Scott's development has been nothing short of impressive. He scored 3 goals, provided 1 assist, and accumulated 2,859 Premier League minutes in the 2025/26 season, demonstrating his technical security, confidence under pressure, and ability to carry the ball through midfield.
For Liverpool, United, and Spurs, the message is clear: this will not be a cheap signing. At £80m, Scott becomes a major investment rather than a squad gamble, and Bournemouth are playing it smart by pushing for a new contract with a release clause.
