Alex Scott

Chelsea remain the frontrunners for Alex Scott, but a mid-season move for the injured Bournemouth midfielder is unlikely as the Cherries insist he is not for sale.

Arsenal scouts have observed Inter forward Pio Esposito in international action, while Chelsea's pursuit of Alex Scott faces a delay due to injury.

Bournemouth are scouting midfield successors as Alex Scott faces up to eight weeks on the sidelines following a quadriceps injury sustained on England duty.

Chelsea remain interested in Bournemouth's Alex Scott after Thomas Tuchel praised the 23-year-old midfielder's performance for England.

Liverpool are tracking Lamine Camara as an alternative to Alex Scott, as Bournemouth confirm they will not entertain mid-season offers for their star midfielder.

Brentford are in early negotiations to extend Kevin Schade's contract amid reported interest from Liverpool, while Bournemouth remain steadfast on retaining Alex Scott.

Bournemouth have indicated they will not entertain offers for Alex Scott in the January transfer window, maintaining a firm stance despite continued interest from Chelsea.

Bayern Munich face complications in contract extension talks with Michael Olise as the forward seeks an exit mechanism, while Chelsea remain interested in Alex Scott.