Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is attracting transfer interest from Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool ahead of the January window. The Premier League trio have made initial enquiries for the 23-year-old, who is under contract at the Vitality Stadium until 2028.

Scott has established himself as a key figure for a Bournemouth side sitting seventh in the Premier League with 15 points from 10 games, having recorded four wins, three draws and three losses. The Cherries are on a five-game winning run in all competitions, a form that strengthens their negotiating position. Head coach Andoni Iraola has praised Scott's tactical flexibility. "He is playing as a six, as an eight, as a 10," Iraola said.

Scott's role and value

The midfielder's versatility and energy are central to Bournemouth's style. Last season, he completed nearly all available minutes in several matches where his team took points from top sides. He ranked high in the Premier League for high-speed runs and made the most tracking runs back into position of any player. Across three seasons, he has contributed four goals and three assists in league appearances, including a winner at the Emirates Stadium.

Bournemouth's stance is clear: they value Scott at over £100 million to consider a mid-season sale. The club rejected several offers from Chelsea during the summer and has shown no intention of selling key assets. Scott, who turned down a new contract offer earlier this year, earns a significant weekly wage. Bristol City, his former club, are entitled to a portion of any future transfer fee.

Strong club position

With a run of victories and a realistic push for European football, Bournemouth are in a commanding position. They are 12 points behind leaders Arsenal but firmly in the Europa League conversation. The team has scored 16 goals and conceded 14 this season. The club's recent form, which also features a 3-1 win at Sparta Praha and home victories over Leeds and Aston Villa, means there is little desire to disrupt the squad. Key players have earned England call-ups, and the team prepares to host Nottingham Forest, who are 16th in the table, on Saturday 21 November.

While Liverpool and Chelsea are understood to be keenest on a January move, Arsenal may prefer to wait until the summer. No formal bids have been made, and the window opens on 1 January. Bournemouth's next home game is against Nottingham Forest.

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