Liverpool adjusts plans as Chelsea targets Bournemouth's Alex Scott
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 7:05 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
Liverpool is changing its transfer strategy following a verbal agreement from a key talent amid ongoing midfield concerns. The club's recent decision to sell Curtis Jones without a replacement has left them seeking a more experienced midfielder. Bournemouth's Alex Scott, linked with Liverpool, is reportedly now a top target for Chelsea after Enzo Fernandez's exit. Chelsea appears to be in a strong position to acquire Scott, who is expected to leave Bournemouth as he enters the final year of his contract.
- •Liverpool sold Curtis Jones, leaving a gap in their midfield.
- •Alex Scott will reportedly not renew his contract at Bournemouth.
- •Chelsea aims to sign Scott as a replacement for Enzo Fernandez.
- •Bournemouth is seeking over £100m for Scott.
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Brilliant star agrees verbal deal, Liverpool plans forced to change
"Liverpool have to change their plans. A fantastic talent has verbally agreed a deal and now the Reds must react.Liverpool are on the hunt for midfielders and rightly so. We felt the squad desperately ...
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