Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly keen on signing Alex Scott, the talented Bournemouth midfielder, with a transfer fee set around £60m. The 22-year-old showcased his potential during the 2025/26 season, becoming one of the standout midfielders in the Premier League, although he missed out on a spot in England’s World Cup squad this summer.

Bournemouth has a history of selling key players when substantial offers arise, as seen with recent departures:

• Dean Huijsen
• Milos Kerkez
• Antoine Semenyo

Despite the hefty price tag, Scott’s valuation aligns with the current market trends, especially when considering other players like Elliot Anderson, for whom Manchester City had a £120m bid rejected by Nottingham Forest. This raises the question of whether Anderson is truly worth double the price of Scott.

For Manchester United, the addition of Scott could be beneficial, especially with Casemiro leaving at the end of his contract and Manuel Ugarte struggling to make an impact. The anticipated signing of Ederson from Atalanta could complement Scott in revitalizing the midfield under Michael Carrick next season.

On the other hand, Arsenal may not prioritize the midfield position but could use Scott to bolster their squad depth. With Mikel Arteta relying heavily on Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi, having Scott could alleviate the burden of consistent playing time for them.