Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly monitoring midfielder Alex Scott of Bournemouth as transfer speculation intensifies around the 22-year-old. Bournemouth is expected to demand approximately £60 million for the player, who had a notable season with the club and was considered for England's World Cup squad.
Manchester United is looking to strengthen its midfield following the departure of Casemiro and potentially Manuel Ugarte. The club has already reached an agreement for Ederson of Atalanta, with that deal anticipated to be finalized after the ongoing tournament. United is also reportedly interested in Mateus Fernandes from West Ham. Tottenham Hotspur is also identified as a contender, displaying an assertive approach to the transfer window.
Bournemouth aims to extend Scott's contract, though this may prove challenging given the interest from other clubs. Scott's current contract is set to expire in 2028. He is recognized as one of the country's promising young midfielders and was part of England's pre-tournament training camp in Florida. Scott scored the decisive goal in Bournemouth's 2-1 victory over Arsenal earlier in the season at the Emirates Stadium.
Mana United will also be participating in the Champions League, increasing their need for reinforcements, but they intend to proceed only if suitable opportunities arise.