Chelsea eyes Alex Scott as potential replacement for Enzo Fernandez

Chelsea is considering a move for AFC Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott as a replacement for Enzo Fernandez, whose future at Stamford Bridge is uncertain. Chelsea's previous £64 million bid for Scott was rejected, and sources indicate that Bournemouth is not open to selling him this summer. Scott declined a contract extension at Bournemouth amid interest from multiple top clubs. Chelsea's pursuit of Scott will depend on whether Fernandez leaves before the transfer window closes on September 1. The club previously set an unofficial deadline for Manchester City to make an offer for Fernandez, which has since been lifted. Some Chelsea fans expressed mixed reactions to Fernandez's return over the weekend.

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