Liverpool have emerged as the frontrunners to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott this summer, according to reports from TeamTalk.
The 22-year-old enjoyed an impressive campaign on the South Coast and has attracted significant interest from several Premier League clubs.
Liverpool’s pursuit of Scott comes as the club undergoes a significant transition following the departure of manager Arne Slot.
Slot’s reign saw Liverpool go from organised Premier League champions to a side, in the eyes of many, full of hesitation and doubt, which ultimately led to his exit from Anfield.
New boss Andoni Iraola has arrived at Liverpool hoping to reignite the kind of dynamic, high-energy football that Jurgen Klopp once made famous at the club.
Iraola knows Scott well from their time together at Bournemouth, and the Spaniard was full of praise for the midfielder back in April, describing his performance against Arsenal as “amazing.”
Bournemouth are desperate to hold onto Scott and are set to table a new contract, with the club strongly considering the inclusion of a release clause in any deal.
That approach mirrors the method Bournemouth used to retain Antoine Semenyo before Manchester City made their move for the winger in January, with that deal worth a hefty £65 million.
Scott could command a similar fee if he signs a new contract with the Cherries, though interest from Liverpool and Manchester United complicates the picture considerably.
The midfielder is seen as a natural fit under Iraola due to his role as chief ball progressor at Bournemouth, a position that aligns closely with what Curtis Jones currently occupies at Liverpool.
Jones himself is facing an uncertain future at Anfield, with Inter Milan having made their intentions clear regarding the English midfielder and Jones already asking Federico Chiesa about life in Italy.
Should Jones depart, Scott’s arrival would make considerable sense, effectively filling a void that could prove costly to Liverpool’s midfield if left unaddressed.
Yan Diomande has also emerged as a leading target for Iraola as he looks to reshape Liverpool’s squad in his own image ahead of next season.
Liverpool’s transfer business this summer will be critical in determining whether Iraola can quickly restore the club to the level of performance their supporters demand.