Chelsea ready to make another bid for Bournemouth's Alex Scott

Chelsea are refusing to abandon their pursuit of Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott after seeing a substantial opening offer rejected.

The Blues view the 22-year-old as a long-term addition who can provide energy, ball progression and Premier League experience to Xabi Alonso’s midfield.

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Bournemouth’s resistance is understandable. Scott was central to their qualification for European football last season, remains under contract and has attracted interest from several leading English clubs.

However, his reported decision to reject a new deal has created uncertainty and encouraged Chelsea to believe another offer could eventually force a change in position.

No agreement is close, but Chelsea’s continued interest suggests the rejected £64 million bid may only have started the negotiations.

Chelsea consider improve offer after first rejection

According to Florian Plettenberg on X, Chelsea remain strongly interested in Scott and are considering returning with an improved proposal after Bournemouth rejected their opening £64 million offer.

The Cherries are determined to keep the midfielder, while several other clubs are monitoring his situation.

Plettenberg also highlighted the esteem in which Scott is held by elite coaches.

Pep Guardiola previously described him as an “unbelievable player,” while Thomas Tuchel is also said to appreciate his qualities.

Those endorsements explain why Chelsea are willing to invest heavily in a midfielder who has yet to become an established senior England international.

talkSPORT reports that Bournemouth value Scott at around £80 million and expect him to remain, despite interest from Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United.